specify
verb
spec·i·fy
ˈspe-sə-ˌfī 
specified; specifying
1
: to name or state explicitly or in detail
2
: to include as an item in a specification
Examples of specify in a Sentence
Can you specify the cause of the argument?
Specify the color and quantity when you order.
He clearly specified California wine.
The instructions do not specify what kind of screws to use.
All subscriptions are for one year unless otherwise specified.
At the specified time, we rang the bell.
She agreed to the terms specified in the contract.
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David Phelan, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
However, the application did not specify where filming would take place in the Queen City.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 19 Nov. 2024
The College Board has not specified if scores will be released at a particular time.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 14 Nov. 2024
The school's July 11, 2023, emergency plan only vaguely directs staff to complete incident reports without specifying procedures or filing locations.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 8 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for specify
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“Specify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/specify. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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specify
verb
spec·i·fy
ˈspes-ə-ˌfī
specified; specifying
1
: to name or mention exactly and clearly
specify the cause
2
: to include in a specification
specify oak flooring
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