particular
adjective
of or relating to a single or specific person, thing, group, class, occasion, etc., rather than to others or all; special rather than general.
particulars
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pluralof particular.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The particulars of Wilson’s divorce, filed with the Supreme Court of British Columbia, are sealed to the public.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
But my understanding is that while the Scottish government doesn't dispute that the first minister got a security briefing, they feel this was more about general concerns around China, not the particulars around Ardersier.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
He said Herbert had mentioned earlier in the summer that a proposal was coming, but didn’t let the coaching staff know about the particulars until after it happened.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
Chitwood is targeting legal loopholes in Montana, though he was vague about the particulars.
From Slate ● Mar. 30, 2026
“Indeed. How the Sender’s messages accomplish such profound effects, what the particulars of his plan are—anything you uncover may help us find a way to defeat him.”
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
