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especially

[ih-spesh-uh-lee] / ɪˈspɛʃ ə li /


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A swaggering drifter named Hal Carter arrives in town looking for work, and by sunset he has thrown the community, especially the fragile Madge Owens, into emotional turmoil.

From The Wall Street Journal

Most current treatments improve attention by increasing activity in brain circuits that control focus, especially in the prefrontal cortex.

From Science Daily

It’s a stunning moment, and one of the show’s most memorable scenes, because it earnestly captures the silent yearning that comprises so much of the gay experience, especially for closeted gay men.

From Salon

That can pressure prices and sales volumes, especially in lower-end cars.

From Barron's

Rising concerns about the cost of living mean that demand could remain under pressure through 2026, especially if prices increase.

From Barron's