specifically
Americanadverb
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in a definite or precise manner.
The suspect was not specifically named in the report. More specifically, you will be responsible for half the total cost.
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with an exact use or purpose in mind.
The manual is written specifically for nonexperts.
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with reference to qualities that are peculiar or proper to someone or something.
Our classes are specifically different from other yoga programs.
Etymology
Origin of specifically
First recorded in 1620–25; specific ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )
Example Sentences
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More specifically, they see opportunities to “connect the physical and digital worlds through digital twins,” which are virtual versions of real-life assets.
From MarketWatch
“That part was specifically hard to put out, but my team were saying, ‘There’s a lot of people that are going to understand you, and they have their own crosses behind them getting really heavy.
From Los Angeles Times
As we’ve said from the beginning, and in every statement, these highly effective strikes are specifically…
From Salon
Her unreasonable demands include making the assistant hunt down a still-unpublished Harry Potter book for her daughters within hours—and a very specifically prepared steak.
Only two percent of ultra-Orthodox Jews respond to conscription orders according to the military, which has created units specifically for them.
From Barron's
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