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What does the word "particular" mean in this context?

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Rebecca

"In particular" here means the same thing as "specifically" or "especially." She is pointing out one individual that she found enjoyable to work with, in comparison to others. Ex: I love eating all foods, especially pizza in particular. Ex: The snow on the weekend will be particularly heavy.

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