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Recent Examples of specialized
Not all models have removable filters, and some have specialized filters to target microplastics or metal.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Visa categories typically used by highly specialized workers, such as H-1B, are less common for these roles.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
According to the researchers, the alloy’s composition may indicate deliberate alloying techniques, access to advanced metallurgical knowledge, or possible long-distance trade networks and specialized ore sources.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
The state board of education will name the 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year this spring from the 14 regional and specialized teachers of the year.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Visa categories typically used by highly specialized workers, such as H-1B, are less common for these roles.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
According to the researchers, the alloy’s composition may indicate deliberate alloying techniques, access to advanced metallurgical knowledge, or possible long-distance trade networks and specialized ore sources.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
The state board of education will name the 2026 Illinois Teacher of the Year this spring from the 14 regional and specialized teachers of the year.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialized
Adjective
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The spa also includes hairdressing and nail care services, with special treatments for brides.—
José Cantillo Ferrer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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These special beings unite to try and discover their true evolutionary purpose while being watched and hunted by a dark group called the Whispers.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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Compared to traditional date-night cuisine, Hart’s limited menu leans into pungent ingredients like anchovies, garlic and blue cheese.—
Julian Torres,
CNN Money,
14 Feb. 2026
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Collaborations with emerging fashion designers to co-create Nothing products and limited clothing lines are on the agenda as well.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
14 Feb. 2026
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The same principles can be used by engineers to develop technical systems that are robust, efficient and adaptable – just like biological solutions often are.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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Chase, after finishing as a runner up in 2025, defeated Connor Surrette of Melissa via technical fall to claim the 144-pound title.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Feb. 2026
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Four small planes were diverted by the Air Force after breaching restricted airspace around the stadium, but the aircraft were never considered threats.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Simons is an unrestricted free agent after the season, and Ivey is a restricted one.—
Jon Greenberg,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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By adjusting for variables such as smoking, physical activity and underlying health conditions, the researchers were able to isolate the specific relationship between caffeine intake and long-term brain health, SWNS noted.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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James Reilly, senior markets economist at Capital Economics, said in a note that while the broader stock market continues to climb higher, exposure to AI will be a specific boost or drag for certain companies.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Specialized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specialized. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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