: of or relating to just one individual: such as
a
: consisting of only one individual
a one-man committee
b(1)
: done, presented, or produced by only one individual
a one-man stage play
(2)
: featuring the work of a single artist (such as a painter)
a one-man show of oils
c
: designed for or limited to one individual
Examples of one-man in a Sentence
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Neither of these massive pieces of litigation is a one-man show: In court, Eliasberg is always flanked by a dogged team of ACLU lawyers.
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Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2024
His chest-thumping, cascade of worrying legislation during one-man rule, attacks on the private sector, infighting and the growing distrust within the PHTK political party over his successor and own personal involvement with corrupt individuals created a perfect storm.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 20 June 2024
His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the GCPD and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 20 June 2024
In May, the television host spoke to PEOPLE about his one-man show The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers, which was held at the New World Stages in New York City through June 2.
—Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 17 June 2024
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Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2024
His chest-thumping, cascade of worrying legislation during one-man rule, attacks on the private sector, infighting and the growing distrust within the PHTK political party over his successor and own personal involvement with corrupt individuals created a perfect storm.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 20 June 2024
His one-man crusade for justice attracts unexpected allies within the GCPD and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 20 June 2024
In May, the television host spoke to PEOPLE about his one-man show The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers, which was held at the New World Stages in New York City through June 2.
—Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 17 June 2024
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“One-man.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/one-man. Accessed 30 Jun. 2024.
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