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Example Sentences

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Most local authorities have a list of primary schools on their patch with the specific criteria for each one.

From BBC

Certain bryophyte species are especially sensitive to their environment, and each tends to thrive under very specific conditions.

From Science Daily

But, in specific situations such as long and intense periods of exercise where you will sweat lots, your levels of electrolytes are likely to be significantly affected.

From BBC

In many cases, the number of AA participants was either not reported or too small to allow meaningful conclusions about genetic patterns specific to this population.

From Science Daily

A glimpse into the Bitcoin options market—where traders bet on specific future price moves— suggests bearish sentiment for prices through next year.

From Barron's