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as in defines
to give the rules about (something) clearly and exactly
the document specifies precisely how you may use the information it contains
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as in mentions
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
police reports didn't specify the model of car the robbers were driving
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Recent Examples of specifies
The law specifies the restrictions that, if respected, render an expenditure independent.
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Lawrence Lessig, Time, 30 Apr. 2026
The commission also specifies that these tools must be made available free of charge.
—Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2026
Senga’s $75 million, five-year contract, which runs through the 2027 season, specifies the pitcher cannot be assigned to the minor leagues without his consent.
—Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The act specifies Florida Forever as the state’s primary land protection program to build the corridor.
—Susan Carr, Sun Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
The draft bill specifies that a property must be 100% owned or operated by a nonprofit that has already operated affordable housing rentals for at least five years.
—Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
Enough for a Summer Outing Dyson specifies that the HushJet Mini Cool can run for up to 6 hours on the lowest fan speed.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
California law specifies timelines during which a special election may be scheduled, with a primary election nine or 10 weeks beforehand.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
According to Crock-Pot’s brand site, the FDA specifies allowable amounts of lead, cadmium, and other substances, and its products meet or exceed those FDA requirements.
—Callie Sumlin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
Lawrence Lessig, Time, 30 Apr. 2026
The commission also specifies that these tools must be made available free of charge.
—Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2026
Senga’s $75 million, five-year contract, which runs through the 2027 season, specifies the pitcher cannot be assigned to the minor leagues without his consent.
—Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The act specifies Florida Forever as the state’s primary land protection program to build the corridor.
—Susan Carr, Sun Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2026
The draft bill specifies that a property must be 100% owned or operated by a nonprofit that has already operated affordable housing rentals for at least five years.
—Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
Enough for a Summer Outing Dyson specifies that the HushJet Mini Cool can run for up to 6 hours on the lowest fan speed.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
California law specifies timelines during which a special election may be scheduled, with a primary election nine or 10 weeks beforehand.
—Grace Hase, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
According to Crock-Pot’s brand site, the FDA specifies allowable amounts of lead, cadmium, and other substances, and its products meet or exceed those FDA requirements.
—Callie Sumlin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifies
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The villas were restored and updated, Conrad Orlando was introduced as the luxury hotel anchor, and Evermore Bay (the lagoon beach that now defines the property) was built from scratch.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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These portraits are not only about style, but about perspective, identity, and the confidence that defines the Misela individual.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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The Bible mentions oaks 60 times.—
Joseph Bonasia,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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Inés has been raised in a world of strange ellipses, and hardly bats an eye when the hotel bartender goes quiet after someone mentions his missing brother, but Hanna (Maia Rae Domagala) is a different story.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
14 May 2026
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If patches aren’t available, and the patient can take oral estrogen, Dunne prescribes that.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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The Budgetnista—explores the emotional side of money, diagnoses common money stressors, and prescribes practical, judgment-free solutions for budgeting, saving, debt, and wealth-building formulated to support lasting financial health.—
Tiffany Aliche,
SELF,
30 Mar. 2026
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The lawsuit cites a New York Times story in which a real estate consultant who tracks local trends in the Miami condo market, Peter Zalewski, estimated the property could sell for at least $360 million.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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With that in mind, the member of the girl group Katseye cites LACHSA as having a major influence on her artistic development.—
Daniel Kohn,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Blood Pressure May Gradually Increases Research indicates that blood pressure may increase during perimenopause.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2026
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Ship tracking information indicates the vessel had made a recent stop at Celebration Key, the cruise line’s private island, before the incident, Cruise Hive reported.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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Just to make things even messier and more over-plotted, Sylvie notices a light on for five days straight in an upper-floor apartment, reporting to the cops her concern that the old man who lives there might have died.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
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If the bear is sitting at a distance, feeding or walking by and notices you but continues its natural behavior, do not take any action.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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Lauren McCormick of Squaremouth notes that many people only consider travel insurance for flights or cruises.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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The recovery in achievement rates in the highest poverty districts, the report notes, seems to largely be due to federal relief funds given to state and local governments that were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
16 May 2026
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The lawsuit quotes comments on X, formerly known as Twitter, suggesting that at least some customers were moved to purchase Samsung TVs by the apparent endorsement.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
10 May 2026
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The place is also close to Seventh Avenue retail and restaurants and an eight-minute walk from the practice of a Jungian analyst who quotes Deborah Levy on his website.—
Katie McDonough,
Curbed,
4 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Specifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifies. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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