special needs

if needs be

If need be; if there is a need.

last thing one needs

Something not wanted by someone, who is already burdened.

special delivery

Something—whether desirable or undesirable—which is intentionally given to a specific individual or which an individual receives rapidly and unexpectedly; the personalized, direct quality of the transmission of such an item.

special military operation

A military situation resembling a war; especially the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.

special relationship

A political and diplomatic relationship between two countries that is particularly close and is considered to be based on deep historical and ideological ties rather than merely common interests; especially:

special treatment

A form of exceptional handling or care that differs from the standard, often implying favoritism.