1
as in to define
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 to mention
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 specify
Organizations must specify which parts of their website or mobile app are inaccessible, why and available alternatives.
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Ran Ronen, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Use Awkward Spaces To make use of the space beneath the eaves, designer Stephanie King specified a bed nook and had an upholsterer make a custom French mattress in a size between a twin and a full.
—Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025
The nine-time Grammy winner didn’t specify when and where the unfortunate DJ set took place.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 3 Apr. 2025
The dog-walk area was not specified in our purchase agreement, but we were all informed verbally of the same information.
—Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2025
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Ran Ronen, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Use Awkward Spaces To make use of the space beneath the eaves, designer Stephanie King specified a bed nook and had an upholsterer make a custom French mattress in a size between a twin and a full.
—Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025
The nine-time Grammy winner didn’t specify when and where the unfortunate DJ set took place.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 3 Apr. 2025
The dog-walk area was not specified in our purchase agreement, but we were all informed verbally of the same information.
—Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specify
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Speed, reliability and usability will define success.—
Mehdi Daoudi,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Thank you for defining so many of the movies of my childhood.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The term is mentioned 63 times in the defense team’s motion.—
Charles Rabin,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2025
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Ashton also mentioned significant obstacles that faced the cast and crew after the destructive Los Angeles wildfires in January.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
4 Apr. 2025
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They're often prescribed for more sensitive areas, such as the face.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
27 Mar. 2025
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This time, she was also prescribed Metformin — another medication for type 2 diabetes — to possibly alleviate her severe side effects.—
Athena Sobhan,
People.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Jean Boivin, head of the firm's Investment Institute, downgraded his outlook on U.S. stocks to neutral from overweight, citing rising trade uncertainty.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2025
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The president’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, will be leading the U.S. delegation at the upcoming talks, Axios reported, citing sources familiar with the plan.—
Filip Timotija,
The Hill,
8 Apr. 2025
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According to the Miami Herald, a separate guest stayed in the room with Tillman's dead body in the closet, but didn't notice it.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Filing electronically is usually the fastest way for taxpayers to receive their refunds, as the system flags common errors that taxpayers may otherwise not notice.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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As of last May, filings with the state of Texas indicated that 78% of CFP Administration LLC’s ownership was held in equal 15.6% shares by the Big Ten, ACC, SEC, Big 12 and Pac-12.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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The affidavit indicates that officials believe the name is an alias.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Quinn noted several limitations in Heal the Bay’s data.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Swerdlow noted that the affordable and public housing units in his buildings will be indistinguishable from the workforce apartments and that all residents will have access to amenities like gyms, gardens and swimming pools.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
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Brad Keselowski has fired back at NASCAR on X by quoting a fan's post, suggesting favoritism in flag rulings.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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When referred to a corporate emergency hospital, the family was quoted $10,000 for the procedure.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Specify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specify. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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