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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For surveillance pay specifically, the bill would prohibit companies from using workers’ personal data — without their consent — to determine what they’re paid.
From MarketWatch
His long-term goal is to create a crisis hotline specifically for people on the spectrum, staffed by counselors who are either autistic themselves or have been trained by autistic people.
From Los Angeles Times
Morley specifically said that he believes Plyer v.
From Salon
"By specifically disrupting folding dynamics, we were able to identify the aspects of spatial genome organization that contribute to gene regulation and expression."
From Science Daily
The deal shows how the ChatGPT-maker is diversifying its shareholder base ahead of its planned public listing, specifically among individual investors keen to gain exposure to some of the hottest names in the artificial-intelligence boom.
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