the singular
noun
grammar
: a form of a word that is used to refer to one person or thing
"Mouse" is the singular of "mice."
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No one can argue that Maine’s statehood, or even the Missouri Compromise itself, was the singular or direct cause of the Civil War.
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Made By History, Time, 7 Apr. 2025
And, reached in London, Parent said the opening is a both a reflection of the mandate to celebrate the world of Minecraft in a joyful way, and the singular experience that only theatrical can offer.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2025
Few gallerists in the contemporary design sphere have the singular vision of Nina Yashar, 67.
—Laura May Todd, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
In practice, this means that all recommendations and decisions must be made with the singular aim of advancing your financial well-being.
—True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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Made By History, Time, 7 Apr. 2025
And, reached in London, Parent said the opening is a both a reflection of the mandate to celebrate the world of Minecraft in a joyful way, and the singular experience that only theatrical can offer.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2025
Few gallerists in the contemporary design sphere have the singular vision of Nina Yashar, 67.
—Laura May Todd, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
In practice, this means that all recommendations and decisions must be made with the singular aim of advancing your financial well-being.
—True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for the singular
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“The singular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20singular. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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