1
as in especially
in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others
all of you, but particularly anyone with a problem, should feel free to contact me at any time
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2
as in notably
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail
she complained particularly about the suggestion that she make a greater effort to consider other viewpoints
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3
as in extremely
to a great degree
a particularly good explanation
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Although Captain America: Brave New World has hit theaters during a particularly divisive time for the United States, those behind the MCU sequel would ask fans not to read too much into it.
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Glenn Garner, Deadline, 15 Feb. 2025
Dog owners, especially those with particularly prolific shedders, know fur can get into every crack and crevice of a home.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 15 Feb. 2025
Technology stocks were particularly strong, including big rallies for video games firm Tencent, smartphone maker Xiaomi and e-commerce firm Alibaba.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2025
The competition was tight throughout, and the final laps were particularly chaotic, resulting in dramatic changes in rank.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
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Glenn Garner, Deadline, 15 Feb. 2025
Dog owners, especially those with particularly prolific shedders, know fur can get into every crack and crevice of a home.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 15 Feb. 2025
Technology stocks were particularly strong, including big rallies for video games firm Tencent, smartphone maker Xiaomi and e-commerce firm Alibaba.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2025
The competition was tight throughout, and the final laps were particularly chaotic, resulting in dramatic changes in rank.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for particularly
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The increase in offense is especially impressive given that last season’s MVP and leading scorer, Natalie Spooner of the Toronto Sceptres, has yet to suit up for a game in Year 2.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes,
8 Feb. 2025
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At the event's red carpet, Moore told PEOPLE that her relationship with the topic of aging has shifted throughout her life, especially as she's gotten older.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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This move notably contributed to the early repayment of the debt for U.S. Bank Stadium, home of the Minnesota Vikings, by June 2023.—
Janean Sorrell,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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The plain meaning of the 14th Amendment has been recognized since it was ratified, notably in an 1898 U.S. Supreme Court decision.—
Mike Catalini,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2025
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The whole sequence was shot in the forest with John Turturro on a day that just happened to be extremely foggy.—
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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Read more: Climate Change Increases Home Runs Climate Central tracks not just average rising temperatures, but extremely hot days, which are defined as days on which the thermometer hits or exceeds 91°F.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Each is specifically designed to measure their respective type of ingredient—wet or dry.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
16 Feb. 2025
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In the complaint filed in Seattle, the three Democratic attorneys general argue that the executive order violates equal rights protections, the separation of powers and states' powers to regulate what is not specifically delegated to the federal government.—
MANUEL VALDES THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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Vroom, vroom, baby: All of Chelsea Handler's friends loved one of her exes in particular, and there's a very oddly specific reason why.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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Did Belle Gibson visit that very suspicious doctor?—
Erin Jensen,
USA TODAY,
7 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Cosmic bookmakers don’t make an impact terribly likely.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
TIME,
14 Feb. 2025
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The team struggles terribly from 3-point range, averaging a league-worst 30.6 percent.—
The Athletic NBA Staff,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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This is an excellent way to stay connected with customers, too — and responding directly to any exceptionally negative or positive feedback is incredibly impactful when done well.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2025
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Jang Theo was incredibly head over heels for her and showered her with gifts and cute gestures.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
11 Feb. 2025
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In some locales like Bali, the trendy cafes and other businesses popular among foreigners are too expensive for locals who earn a daily minimum wage of about $10.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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These other popular word games are quite the challenge, too.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Particularly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/particularly. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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