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special

[spesh-uhl] / ˈspɛʃ əl /


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US media reported Friday that American special forces had rescued one of two crew members of a downed F-15, the first US fighter jet to go down inside Iran since the start of the war.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

"I want what Simeone wants. He is so special for us so I want the best for him," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

In Kern County, for example, 3,303 mail-in ballots — or 1.95% of returned mail-in ballots — were not counted in the 2025 special election because they arrived too late.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

"Easter is a very special time of faith and family," energy minister Chris Bowen said on Saturday, adding: "Go take a break - but get no more fuel than you need".

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The post was scheduled for mid-February—a Valentine’s Day special.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows