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especially

[ih-spesh-uh-lee] / ɪˈspɛʃ ə li /


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This flexibility is especially important for mitochondrial fusion, a process in which individual mitochondria join together to form interconnected networks.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

Excrement especially from cattle, as well as fertilisers washed off fields, are real problems for watercourses.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

"Told me I need to get on the glass, offensive glass especially, and just use my ability, size, strength, athleticism, to make an impact on the offensive glass," Anunoby said.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

These “backdoor” references have long played a role in hiring, especially for senior roles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The leprosarium is funded by the government, but there isn’t enough money to hire staff or purchase basic supplies, especially after the ravages of war.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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