selective

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The reaction is highly selective, allowing chemists to change one specific part of a molecule without disturbing other sensitive areas.

From Science Daily

If further studies confirm its safety and effectiveness in people, D-cysteine could become a relatively simple and selective therapy for cancers that produce high levels of the transporter responsible for bringing the molecule into cells.

From Science Daily

The Frankfurt-headquartered company added that it “aims to widen distribution through selective regional expansion and the joint development of innovative products and digital investment solutions with the Private Bank.”

From MarketWatch

But average spending per traveller declined and cinema box office takings fell sharply, suggesting households remain selective about parting with money.

From BBC

Per Smith’s directions, he keeps Pinkett Smith’s name out of his mouth while pointing out that Smith himself practices selective outrage, and the slap is proof of that.

From Salon