1
as in especially
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail
the supplementary material was specially intended to address earlier accusations of cultural bias
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2
as in extremely
to a great degree
a specially gifted pianist
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Recent Examples of specially
This inner cradle was enclosed between thicker, quarter-inch panes of Thermopane glass specially made by the Libbey Owens Ford Glass Company.
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Literary Hub, 13 May 2026
Water and waste are also specially treated to help ensure that, if a patient becomes symptomatic and is moved to the biocontainment unit, nothing is released back into the general population.
—Philip Wang, Time, 11 May 2026
To meet a growing demand, a new therapy clinic specially designed for kids with autism opened last month in Liberty.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
Another go-to breakfast staple, these waffles are specially designed to go in the toaster.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026
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Literary Hub, 13 May 2026
Water and waste are also specially treated to help ensure that, if a patient becomes symptomatic and is moved to the biocontainment unit, nothing is released back into the general population.
—Philip Wang, Time, 11 May 2026
To meet a growing demand, a new therapy clinic specially designed for kids with autism opened last month in Liberty.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
Another go-to breakfast staple, these waffles are specially designed to go in the toaster.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specially
Adverb
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Morrow was especially dominant in the second, putting up 10 points and six rebounds to come just shy of a second straight first-half double-double.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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The spa Indoor and outdoor pools here provide extra options for entertainment, and the patio’s sunbeds see a lot of attention, especially on weekends when rates often drop here.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
Adverb
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But even Black athletes whose athleticism gifted them an extremely exclusive express lane in life can tell you stories about growing up a minority in America, or tales their parents or grandparents have told.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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The theory of quantum electrodynamics (QED) suggests that when light at extremely high intensities interacts with the vacuum, it can be converted into matter.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
Adverb
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The players were primarily foreign born, with the United Kingdom being particularly well represented, and because of this, I was immersed as a child in British football culture.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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Their season has been busy, grumpy and overstretched, and pressure has been a niggling, constant companion, particularly at home, but their opponents on Sunday were hapless, soft in defence and muddled in their thinking.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
Adverb
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But Justin is very different from book to screen.—
Jennifer McClellan,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
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In isolation, Liverpool’s summer 2025 business was very good, but there are so many mitigating factors to consider.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
Adverb
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The lagoon village specifically caters to families and groups.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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In several cases, older women have purchased residences specifically to be closer to their adult children and grandchildren in the city.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
19 May 2026
Adverb
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Ebola is a highly contagious and often fatal disease spread through bodily fluids including blood, vomit and semen.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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So, of course, the latest movie from the two-time Oscar nominee, his first feature in close to a decade, is highly anticipated.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
Adverb
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Shoppers rave that the arm openings truly stand out, describing them as notably flattering and well-designed, without any awkward gaps.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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Dudley notably received a $1 million contribution from Phil Knight, the billionaire co-founder of Nike, which is based in Oregon.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 May 2026
Adverb
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This organic cotton dress is incredibly lightweight and breathable, and the floaty skirt allows for full freedom of movement.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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From the concierge who nimbly assisted me with dining and fitness class reservations to the kind dining staff, the friendly Miami team made sure I was always taken care of and was incredibly helpful at offering local recommendations and insight.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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“Specially.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specially. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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