Dull
Dull adjective - Lacking sharpness of edge or point.
Especially and dull are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Especially" instead an adjective "Dull".
Especially
Especially adverb - In the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others.
Dull and especially are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dull" instead an adjective "Especially".
Nearby Word: especial
Both words in one sentence
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Dull Surprise: Kim Basinger as Vicki Vale, especially when she meets Bruce in the Batcave, and later when the Batwing gets shot down.
Source: Film / Batman -
Dull Surprise: The Adventure arc often does this, especially with Amy who can't pull off a proper expression.
Source: Comic Book / Sonic the Comic -
Real Is Brown: Of what we've seen so far, the 2013 reboot's colors can be quite dull at times, especially in darker areas.
Source: Franchise / Tomb Raider
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