Pronunciation: /ɪn pɚˈtɪkjələr/
adjective specific or especially
A1 I like all fruits, but I enjoy apples in particular.
A2 She is interested in all sports, but she loves basketball in particular.
B1 I have many hobbies, but painting in particular helps me relax.
B2 He is knowledgeable about many subjects, but he excels in mathematics in particular.
C1 The company offers a wide range of products, with their luxury line in particular being very popular.
C2 The author has written many books, but her latest novel in particular has received critical acclaim.
adverb used to single out one person or thing from a group or list
A1 I like all fruits, but I enjoy apples in particular.
A2 She is interested in many sports, but she loves swimming in particular.
B1 I have visited many countries in Europe, but I am fascinated by Italy in particular.
B2 The company is known for its high-quality products, with their skincare line in particular receiving rave reviews.
C1 The artist's abstract paintings, in particular, have garnered international acclaim.
C2 The professor's research on climate change, in particular, has significantly influenced government policies.
preposition used to indicate a specific thing or person
A1 I like all fruits, but I enjoy apples in particular.
A2 She is interested in science fiction movies in particular.
B1 The company is looking to hire someone with experience in marketing, in particular digital marketing.
B2 The chef specializes in Italian cuisine, in particular pasta dishes.
C1 The research study focused on the impact of climate change on coastal ecosystems, in particular coral reefs.
C2 The author's latest book delves into the complexities of human relationships, exploring sibling dynamics in particular.
formal The research study focused on various aspects of climate change, in particular, the impact on biodiversity.
informal I love all kinds of music, but I enjoy classical music in particular.
slang I'm into all kinds of sports, but basketball in particular is my favorite.
figurative She excels in all subjects, but she shines in particular in mathematics.
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