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as in unmarried
not married
there was such a shortage of single men in the neighborhood that he had his pick of girlfriends
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as in sole
belonging only to the one person, unit, or group named
any view expressed on the newspaper's editorial pages is the single opinion of the writer of the column
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as in separate
not physically attached to another unit
the average price of single homes in the area
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as in lone
not being in the company of others
a restaurant where the single diner is made to feel welcome and given the same level of service as couples or groups
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as in individual
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as in unit
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as in maiden
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Recent Examples of single
Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 3 Sep. 2025
The next batter, Matt Chapman, hit an RBI single off Colin Rea and another run scored when Tucker’s throw from right field doinked off Chapman’s helmet to ricochet past the plate.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
Ian King, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
These statistics indicate that approximately 131,700 teachers were injured across the United States in a single year.
—IndyStar, 3 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Blue Bendy have shared their first single since the release of debut album So Medieval last year.
—Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 3 Sep. 2025
The next batter, Matt Chapman, hit an RBI single off Colin Rea and another run scored when Tucker’s throw from right field doinked off Chapman’s helmet to ricochet past the plate.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
Noun
One pub is set to close every single day in 2025 across Great Britain, according to latest figures from the British Beer and Pub Association.
—Ian King, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
These statistics indicate that approximately 131,700 teachers were injured across the United States in a single year.
—IndyStar, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for single
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Those deeds, however, are based on kinship ties, posing a problem for 38-year-old Star (Sarah Karei), an unmarried woman whose parentage is unknown.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
31 Aug. 2025
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In fact, Ruth learns of their engagement only when Alan approaches her and speaks to her unbidden, something that does not happen between unmarried men and women on the Dorf.—
Hillary Kelly,
The Atlantic,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Madrid right-back Dani Carvajal is the sole player on this list who represents a team competing in this season’s competition.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Justin now will train Roman, Milo, and Billie in preparation for the Family Wizard Competition to determine who will emerge as the sole magic wielder of the new generation in the household — while a new evil threat materializes.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Sep. 2025
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Judge Marilyn Zayas dissented, arguing the appeals court did not have jurisdiction because prosecutors currently are appealing a separate issue to the Ohio Supreme Court related to the Jones case.—
Dan Horn,
The Enquirer,
3 Sep. 2025
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Rock 'n' Roller Coaster changes At a separate media preview preceding Destination D23, Disney revealed more details on the reimagining of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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That number may be a bit skewed by his lone postseason appearance last season (five innings, four runs) but is the number regardless.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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On an office bar cart beside bottles of Dom Perignon and Don Julio 1942 are rows and rows of Monster energy drinks and a lone canister of Loaded Hot Dog Pringles.—
Richard Nieva,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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The decision stems from a class action lawsuit filed during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the financial struggles of disabled individuals who lost part-time jobs.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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The unit that led the NFL with 63 sacks last season dropped Ward six times in the opener, including one on a third-and-goal play and another that nearly resulted in a safety.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Paramount Global named former Hudson Institute CEO Kenneth Weinstein to serve as ombudsman of CBS News, assigning someone who led a conservative think tank and largely worked outside the traditional world of journalism to monitor the news unit’s reporting and scrutinize it against claims of bias.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
8 Sep. 2025
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Since breaking his maiden on the Jimmy Durante turf course at Del Mar on September 10, 2023, Formidable Man has reeled off five consecutive Stakes wins in his starts at the Seaside Oval.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Federico Chiesa earned cult hero status during his maiden campaign at Liverpool.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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In behind-the-scenes photos exclusive to PEOPLE, Rosalía flaunts her figure and her long, flowing brunette hair while modeling.—
Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Single.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/single. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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