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specials

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈspɛʃəɫz// UK //spˈɛʃəlz// spe·cials

n. dishes or items that a restaurant or shop offers for a short time, often at a lower price. You usually see them on a separate menu or a chalkboard.

n. items, particularly food or beverages, offered at a reduced price or for a limited period outside the standard menu. Often used in the plural to refer to the collective set of such offerings.


SIMPLE

The waiter told us about the daily specials before we ordered.

CONTEXTUAL

I usually check the lunch specials first because they are cheaper and use fresh seasonal ingredients.

COMPLEX

While the standard menu remains consistent throughout the year, the chef introduces weekly specials to showcase local produce and experiment with contemporary culinary trends.

Synonyms
Usage

Almost always used in the plural when referring to restaurant dishes or retail promotions.

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