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special

[spesh-uhl] / ˈspɛʃ əl /


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Tehran said it had shot down the F-15 warplane, while US media reported United States special forces had rescued one of its two crew members, with the other still missing.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

"The players were motivated that we could do something really special in the Champions League," Rosenior said.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

“We do have a very special relationship. In fact, I’ll get that little piece of dandruff off. You have a little piece,” Trump said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Earlier this month, the organization hosted a seminar with special effects makeup artist Veniesa Dillon on sculpting techniques and prosthetic application.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Even though he’d only known her for a short time, Danny had grown certain that Glory was just as special as he was.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova