specifically

adverb

spe·cif·i·cal·ly spi-ˈsi-fi-k(ə-)lē

Synonyms of specifically next

: in a specific manner : in a definite and exact way : with precision

instructed them specifically on how to proceed

the people specifically named in the report

The reasons for the change were not specifically mentioned.

I specifically told her not to bother you.

Knead the bread dough for several minutes, or, more specifically, until it forms a smooth ball.

—used to indicate the exact identity, purpose, or use of something

The show is aimed specifically at a female audience.

Specifically, the stores are lowering the height of store shelving, changing out signs, repainting some areas and … putting products next to each other that customers typically buy together.—

Jill Rick

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Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025 Many agents and publishers look specifically to sign authors who already have a social following. —

Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025 What To Know Many Make America Great Again (MAGA) supporters are calling out Coney Barrett specifically for her switch. —

Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 11 Jan. 2025 But that could jump up in the postseason, specifically in this matchup. —

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