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[spi-sif-ik] / spɪˈsɪf ɪk /


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The memo caught the eye of several executive recruiters, many of whom said they were struck by the specific language used, while also being unsurprised by the format of the document.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026

“Investors no longer view AI progress as bad for software and are treating individual software companies based on their specific prospects,” he said.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026

He also points out that fandoms of specific video games don't always agree on what would make a good adaptation.

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026

Some protested specific projects, notably the World Bank-backed Pak Mun dam, a hydropower project completed in 1994 that fishing communities say damaged their livelihoods.

From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2026

He set out to cherry-pick the absolute worst ones, and was a bit worried that the investment banks would catch on to just how much he knew about specific mortgage bonds, and adjust their prices.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis

“And what are they going to do fix it? We continue to find it difficult to hone in on the specifics for these important questions.”

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 15, 2026

Beijing's foreign ministry said while it was not aware of the specifics of his case, "we have always opposed any slander and smear directed at China".

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

Merseyside Police say an appropriate policing plan will be in place for Sunday but chose not to delve into specifics when asked by BBC Sport.

From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026

Jesse Binnall, a lawyer for Guilfoyle, said the ambassador disputed the authenticity of the messages but declined to provide specifics.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026

I wanted to ask for specifics, but I could tell that it was a touchy subject.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss


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