be specific
Example Sentences
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His first attempt to leave Earth was through sports — pole vaulting, to be specific.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
"The pattern or frequency of this activity has been shown to be specific or unique to the patients with endometriosis."
From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026
Chang emphasized this broader implication, stating, "These impairments may not necessarily be specific to numerical skills, and could apply to broader cognitive abilities that involve monitoring task performance and adapting behavior as children learn."
From Science Daily • Feb. 15, 2026
Substantively, be specific about what you’re suggesting or asking.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 7, 2026
You see, if you’re going to give someone advice, it’s important to be specific.
From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff
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