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especial

[ih-spesh-uhl] / ɪˈspɛʃ əl /
ADJECTIVE
exceptional, particular
Synonyms
WEAK
chief distinguished dominant exclusive express extraordinary individual marked notable noteworthy outstanding paramount peculiar personal predominant preeminent preponderant principal private set signal singular special specific supreme surpassing uncommon unique unusual
Antonyms
WEAK
common general normal ordinary unexceptional unspecific usual

Example Sentences

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Under especial scrutiny is Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino, the public face of Trump’s deportation ground game.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

Su principal preocupación, en todos los grupos raciales y demográficos, fue el acceso y la inclusión en la educación especial.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023

El sindicato de docentes de Seattle protestó y retrasó el inicio de las clases el año pasado por unas demandas que incluían servicios de interpretación y traducción en educación especial.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023

En los últimos años, un obstáculo en particular ha causado especial ansiedad: la determinación de “carga pública”.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2023

Most especial if Matt was there himself to listen.

From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston

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