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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Breakages of both strands are particularly dangerous, but any damage can prevent the molecule from replicating properly.
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Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 24 Oct. 2024
On Tuesday, board members requested that staff give monthly updates on progress in pest control, particularly as the agency works through finalizing the rules and implementing the programs under Act 231.
—CBS News, 24 Oct. 2024
Bernstein says that ultrasonic technology, especially in the air, fills a unique role, particularly in environments where traditional sensors fail to see all objects.
—Jennifer Kite-Powell, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Tina Knowles, Beyoncé’s mother, who has been particularly vocal in her Harris support this year, will be on the bill in Houston as well.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 24 Oct. 2024
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Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 24 Oct. 2024
On Tuesday, board members requested that staff give monthly updates on progress in pest control, particularly as the agency works through finalizing the rules and implementing the programs under Act 231.
—CBS News, 24 Oct. 2024
Bernstein says that ultrasonic technology, especially in the air, fills a unique role, particularly in environments where traditional sensors fail to see all objects.
—Jennifer Kite-Powell, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Tina Knowles, Beyoncé’s mother, who has been particularly vocal in her Harris support this year, will be on the bill in Houston as well.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Particularly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/particularly. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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