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special
01
different or better than what is normal
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most special
Comparative
more special
gradable
Examples
That song holds a special place in her heart.
02
more than what is typical or usual, often indicating extra importance or attention
Examples
The manager requested special effort to ensure the project was completed ahead of schedule.
Examples
The chef prepared a special dish for the event, tailored to the guests' tastes.
04
added to a routine or regular schedule to meet specific needs or occasions
Examples
The city organized special trains for commuters during the holiday season.
Special
01
an offering or deal that is different from the usual
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
specials
Examples
The store is running a special on electronics this weekend.
02
a television program that is produced for a particular event or occasion
Examples
The network aired a special for the New Year ’s Eve countdown.
03
a dish that is only temporary on the menu of a restaurant, rather than regularly
Examples
The chef recommended the seafood special, which featured freshly caught lobster.
Lexical Tree
specialize
specially
specialness
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