Special
adjective
Better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual.
She has a special interest in painting
Often appears as...
- special interest
- special occasion
noun
A thing, such as an event, product, or broadcast, that is designed or organized for a particular occasion or purpose.
They are doing a special on local artists this month
Often appears as...
- television special
- holiday special
adjective
Belonging specifically to a particular person or place.
This table has a special place in my heart
Often appears as...
- special place
- special meaning
adjective
Designed or organized for a particular person, purpose, or occasion.
They made special arrangements for the event
Often appears as...
- special arrangements
- special provisions
adjective
Concerning people with special needs.
She works in special education
Often appears as...
- special education
- special needs
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Academic
adjective
Relating to one particular thing, place, or person.
This fire extinguisher is for special use only
Often appears as...
- special use
- special application
adjective
Better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual.
She has a special interest in painting
Often appears as...
- special interest
- special occasion
noun
A thing, such as an event, product, or broadcast, that is designed or organized for a particular occasion or purpose.
They are doing a special on local artists this month
Often appears as...
- television special
- holiday special
adjective
Belonging specifically to a particular person or place.
This table has a special place in my heart
Often appears as...
- special place
- special meaning
adjective
Designed or organized for a particular person, purpose, or occasion.
They made special arrangements for the event
Often appears as...
- special arrangements
- special provisions
adjective
Concerning people with special needs.
She works in special education
Often appears as...
- special education
- special needs
Usage tips
Academic
adjective
Relating to one particular thing, place, or person.
This fire extinguisher is for special use only
Often appears as...
- special use
- special application
Definition 1 of 6
Pro Tip 1/2Unusual Quality
Emphasizes something notable or above standard among its kind.
His dedication to work is really special.
Pro Tip 2/2Express Affection
Can convey a sense of personal affection or importance.
Grandma's necklace is special to me.
Pro Tip 1/2Unusual Quality
Emphasizes something notable or above standard among its kind.
His dedication to work is really special.
Pro Tip 2/2Express Affection
Can convey a sense of personal affection or importance.
Grandma's necklace is special to me.
Pro Tip 1/2Unusual Quality
Emphasizes something notable or above standard among its kind.
His dedication to work is really special.
Pro Tip 2/2Express Affection
Can convey a sense of personal affection or importance.
Grandma's necklace is special to me.
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commonalitydistinctexceptionalextraordinaryindividualparticularspecificunique
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Why is it so hard to...
If we could learn how to shut down these lines of communication, we'd have a better shot at vanquishing a tumor permanently. Additionally, mounting evidence suggests we'll need to figure out how to eradicate cancer stem cells. These are rare but seem to have special properties that make them resistant to chemotherapy and radiation.
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How a wound heals itself...
After about three hours of this, the skin begins to turn red, signaling the next stage, inflammation. With bleeding under control and the barrier secured, the body sends special cells to fight any pathogens that may have gotten through. Among the most important of these are white blood cells, known as macrophages,
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New Zealand's Stunning...
And this spirit really went through all the people we met, all the regions. There seems to be the mix of pride and welcome that felt truly special as a traveler. People have gone out of their way to help me understand, and talk about their history, their culture.
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At what moment are you...
because they were filled with a special substance, or energy, that was the essence of life. Whether it was called qi, lifeblood, or humors, the belief in such an essence was common throughout the world, and still persists in the stories of creatures
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Saving an Elephant from...
He's treated with a special clay that'll help heal the wound. What do you think, Fred? Do you think it'll survive? Ah, because the guy's body condition is good he was walking and also getting to another bad level, but he's still okay to survive.
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Economics of climate...
and wood mostly in third world countries so instead we try to push renewables with taxes and subsidies but the problem with taxes and specially energy taxes is it hurts that especially the poor with strong green policies in Britain cost of
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The psychology of...
The psychological definition of narcissism is an inflated, grandiose self-image. To varying degrees, narcissists think they're better looking, smarter, and more important than other people, and that they deserve special treatment.
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What makes a hero? -...
but the quest passes through an unfamiliar, special world. Along the way, there are some key events. Think about your favorite book or movie. Does it follow this pattern? Status quo, that's where we start.
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How smart are...
At special forest schools, they recover from emotional trauma and continue to develop essential life skills. Against all odds, these orphans demonstrate incredible resilience and readiness to learn.
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Rethinking infidelity...
And contrary to what you may think, affairs are way less about sex, and a lot more about desire for attention, desire to feel special, desire to feel important. And the very structure of an affair,
Video examples
Why is it so hard to...
If we could learn how to shut down these lines of communication, we'd have a better shot at vanquishing a tumor permanently. Additionally, mounting evidence suggests we'll need to figure out how to eradicate cancer stem cells. These are rare but seem to have special properties that make them resistant to chemotherapy and radiation.
Video examples
How a wound heals itself...
After about three hours of this, the skin begins to turn red, signaling the next stage, inflammation. With bleeding under control and the barrier secured, the body sends special cells to fight any pathogens that may have gotten through. Among the most important of these are white blood cells, known as macrophages,
Video examples
New Zealand's Stunning...
And this spirit really went through all the people we met, all the regions. There seems to be the mix of pride and welcome that felt truly special as a traveler. People have gone out of their way to help me understand, and talk about their history, their culture.
Video examples
At what moment are you...
because they were filled with a special substance, or energy, that was the essence of life. Whether it was called qi, lifeblood, or humors, the belief in such an essence was common throughout the world, and still persists in the stories of creatures
Video examples
Saving an Elephant from...
He's treated with a special clay that'll help heal the wound. What do you think, Fred? Do you think it'll survive? Ah, because the guy's body condition is good he was walking and also getting to another bad level, but he's still okay to survive.
Video examples
Economics of climate...
and wood mostly in third world countries so instead we try to push renewables with taxes and subsidies but the problem with taxes and specially energy taxes is it hurts that especially the poor with strong green policies in Britain cost of
Video examples
The psychology of...
The psychological definition of narcissism is an inflated, grandiose self-image. To varying degrees, narcissists think they're better looking, smarter, and more important than other people, and that they deserve special treatment.
Video examples
What makes a hero? -...
but the quest passes through an unfamiliar, special world. Along the way, there are some key events. Think about your favorite book or movie. Does it follow this pattern? Status quo, that's where we start.
Video examples
How smart are...
At special forest schools, they recover from emotional trauma and continue to develop essential life skills. Against all odds, these orphans demonstrate incredible resilience and readiness to learn.
Video examples
Rethinking infidelity...
And contrary to what you may think, affairs are way less about sex, and a lot more about desire for attention, desire to feel special, desire to feel important. And the very structure of an affair,
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Masego
American Musician
There's something special about the influence a woman has on me.
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Albert Schweitzer
German Theologian
Truth has no special time of its own. Its hour is now - always.
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Kyle Kuzma
American Athlete
Utah is a very special place for me. It helped me a lot.
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Kevin James
American Comedian
A song can take you to a special time in your life.
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Clint Dempsey
American Athlete
I want to do something really special in my life.
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Bradley Wiggins
British Athlete
I've always said the Olympics are special to me.
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Reed Morano
American Director
The Handmaid's Tale' is a very special story.
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Jennifer Morrison
American Actress
House' was such a special part of my life.
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Tiger Woods
American Golfer
I feel like my life is pretty special.
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Dimple Kapadia
Indian Actress
Every life is special.
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Masego
American Musician
There's something special about the influence a woman has on me.
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Albert Schweitzer
German Theologian
Truth has no special time of its own. Its hour is now - always.
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Kyle Kuzma
American Athlete
Utah is a very special place for me. It helped me a lot.
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Kevin James
American Comedian
A song can take you to a special time in your life.
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Clint Dempsey
American Athlete
I want to do something really special in my life.
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Bradley Wiggins
British Athlete
I've always said the Olympics are special to me.
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Reed Morano
American Director
The Handmaid's Tale' is a very special story.
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Jennifer Morrison
American Actress
House' was such a special part of my life.
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Tiger Woods
American Golfer
I feel like my life is pretty special.
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Dimple Kapadia
Indian Actress
Every life is special.
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