specifically
adverb
spe·cif·i·cal·ly
spi-ˈsi-fi-k(ə-)lē 
1
: 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.
2
—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.—
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As always, one rule that every guest should follow is to avoid wearing white unless specifically requested, given the shade is traditionally reserved for the bride.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
In a 4-3 decision, the court found that Weinstein's trial judge allowed prosecutors to call women who said Weinstein had assaulted them to testify, even though their accusations did not specifically relate to the entertainment mogul's charges.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
State Auditor Grant Parks issued a series of recommendations as part of the report, which advised that the Legislature appropriate funding specifically to prioritize returning tribal artifacts and human remains.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Following its emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2021, the company bet heavy on all-electric vehicles, specifically Teslas, which cost the company billions following a significant decline in their residual values.
—Yun Li,michael Wayland, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2025
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Shelby Wax, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
In a 4-3 decision, the court found that Weinstein's trial judge allowed prosecutors to call women who said Weinstein had assaulted them to testify, even though their accusations did not specifically relate to the entertainment mogul's charges.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
State Auditor Grant Parks issued a series of recommendations as part of the report, which advised that the Legislature appropriate funding specifically to prioritize returning tribal artifacts and human remains.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Following its emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2021, the company bet heavy on all-electric vehicles, specifically Teslas, which cost the company billions following a significant decline in their residual values.
—Yun Li,michael Wayland, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for specifically
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“Specifically.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/specifically. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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