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specific

[spi-sif-ik] / spɪˈsɪf ɪk /


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And the leading indicators point to three specific recalibrations, not three new marketing campaigns:

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 10, 2026

Although there are strict rules prohibiting gambling, the Premier League offers no specific guidance to clubs on how, or whether, those involved in the game should participate in Fantasy Premier League.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026

The results revealed a powerful, prolonged dopamine response in a specific brain region called the anterior basolateral amygdala, or BLA.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 9, 2026

But, if you aspire to a better brew, there are some specific rules to follow, down to the “precise reference masses and dimensions for teapots and bowls.”

From Slate ● Nov. 9, 2026

I kind of like how specific her questions are.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

However, that information was subsequently retracted via an email stating that some pricing details were wrong, though without specifics about which part was inaccurate, the report said.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 10, 2026

Government officials and member of the public are calling on hyperscalers to reveal specifics about the environmental impact of their data centers that power artificial intelligence—and their plans to limit greenhouse gas emissions.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 9, 2026

Before examining more specifics about CVS, it’s proper to look at the condition of the drug retail sector generally.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2026

But prosecutor Jennifer Sprague said she wants to hear Judge Sullivan's rulings on Monday's arguments before the prosecution commits to a new date or specifics for a potential retrial.

From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026

I didn’t want to ask them any specifics.

From "P.S. I Miss You" by Jen Petro-Roy


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