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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
a doctor with a specialty in neurology
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as in speciality
something for which a person shows a special talent
singing operatic works is my specialty
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Recent Examples of specialty
Dancing was another specialty — from ballroom and martial arts fusion to disco and breaking.
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Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 28 May 2025
Presuming the report is credible, Jenner almost definitely did not have a deep plane facelift, as many on social media have suggested, but rather, a traditional SMAS facelift—Dr. Levine’s specialty.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 28 May 2025
The international breakfast buffet included obscure regional specialties, Thai noodle soup, an array of tropical fruit, and organic juices.
—Eric Goodman, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2025
Anyone driving a large vehicle like an SUV or a specialty vehicle seems most vulnerable to being shamed.
—Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 24 May 2025
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Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 28 May 2025
Presuming the report is credible, Jenner almost definitely did not have a deep plane facelift, as many on social media have suggested, but rather, a traditional SMAS facelift—Dr. Levine’s specialty.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 28 May 2025
The international breakfast buffet included obscure regional specialties, Thai noodle soup, an array of tropical fruit, and organic juices.
—Eric Goodman, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2025
Anyone driving a large vehicle like an SUV or a specialty vehicle seems most vulnerable to being shamed.
—Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialty
Noun
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To build smarter, more agile systems, organizations should begin by conducting a thorough audit of their current resources to identify areas where AI can enhance existing processes.—
David Jones,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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On Sunday morning, the area around 13500 Palm Ave. remained an active crime scene.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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That’s not for their employment specialities but rather a curious workplace gap fueled by housing affordability.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
30 May 2025
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Shot entirely on Super 16mm, Sirat may be too art house for studio speciality labels, but expect the indie buyers to step up.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
19 May 2025
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According to 2024-25 CDC data, adults who had taken the vaccine were 33% more likely not to need emergency department or urgent care and 45%–46% effective in preventing hospitalizations among otherwise healthy adults over 65 year old.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
31 May 2025
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The department said each area published on Thursday will receive formal notification they are deemed noncompliant and if they are believed to be in violation of any federal criminal statutes.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
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More definitively, the company has made significant progress across the realms of healthcare delivery and life sciences through use-cases such as advancing protein structure prediction models, optimizing medical imaging LLMs and even progressing with VR technology.—
Dr. Sai Balasubramanian,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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In that realm, the Padres have fared very well, not just this year but since 2021.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2025
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Before entering the public domain, the book had already been turned into movies in 1926, 1949, 1974 (starring Robert Redford) and 2013 (directed by Baz Luhrmann) as well as several TV versions.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
3 June 2025
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The browser also blocked most of the domains associated with Yandex Metrica.—
Dan Goodin,
ArsTechnica,
3 June 2025
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Additionally, the batteries can be used to power tools or other devices out in the field.—
Ben Coxworth
May 31,
New Atlas,
31 May 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Stay away from open fields, hill summits, or ridge tops.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 May 2025
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Staking peonies with peony cages offers the plant support and keeps it upright even through the elements.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 May 2025
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Welcome to Sliders, a weekly in-season MLB column that focuses on both the timely and timeless elements of baseball.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Mariah lost senior dog Rocky late in 2024 at age 12, having had him since childhood, and regularly posts videos of him in remembrance—playing, napping, on walks, and playing with his sister, Gigi.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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The relationship between the two was on display Wednesday night in Harlem's Apollo Theater, where Davis received both a lifetime achievement award and a spot on the theater's walk of fame.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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“Specialty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specialty. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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