specify
verb (used with object)
to mention or name specifically or definitely; state in detail.
has specified
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present perfectof specify (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Whitehead said: "We are being advised by Dreamland the health and safety executive has specified the track needs to be inspected daily to remain in use."
From BBC ● Jan. 29, 2026
Vice President Harris has specified that the exemption would apply to “service and hospitality workers,” but they aren’t the only people who currently receive tips.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2024
For example, let’s say your architect has specified a 9-foot wide by 8-foot tall door.
From Seattle Times ● May 13, 2024
Neither has specified the defenses they have used against drones.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 20, 2022
Whenever other volumes of the same work or same periodical are received they will be bound according to this record, unless the librarian has specified a different material, or different lettering.
From Library Bookbinding by Arthur Low Bailey
