Primarily
Specifically
Specifically adverb - In regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail.
Usage example: specifically, I object to the second point
Primarily is an antonym for specifically.
Both words in one sentence
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This trope is concerned primarily with the struggle of human characters against robots specifically.
Source: Man Versus Machine -
The world and storyline are based in part on Celtic Mythology, specifically the Welsh Mabinogion and bits of Irish mythology, and is concerned primarily with the conflict between humans and "Fomors".
Source: Video Game / Mabinogi - Once the party of Xenoblade learns the true nature of the gods, they (most specifically, Shulk) fight against them (again, more specifically, Zanza), primarily out of Screw Destiny.
Source: Nay-Theist
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