as in picking
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1
as in selecting
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
she quickly singled out the most qualified candidate from the pool of the applicants
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2
as in identifying
to find out or establish the identity of
through careful reasoning and the process of elimination, neighbors singled her out as the writer of the anonymous letter
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for singling (out)
Verb
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Those images were released as police requested the public's assistance in identifying the man, who fled the train.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
31 Dec. 2024 -
Still, researchers are working on identifying biomarkers in gut bacteria that someday could help tailor decisions on how to use existing therapies — or develop new treatments.—
Andrea Muraskin,
NPR,
31 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Bitcoin and crypto have soared since the election of U.S. president Donald Trump (though the rally has lost momentum, potentially signalling a serious stock market crash).—
Billy Bambrough,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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Some called it a blatant act of interference in the German elections, which were then about a week away.—
Simon Shuster/Berlin,
TIME,
22 Feb. 2025
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Many retailers, brands and vendors are now choosing Copen as a supplier because of our exceptional work in preparing documentation tailored to the specific needs of each brand, covering multiple regions.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Dec. 2024
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Grapes are also a symbol of good luck, with many choosing to eat 12 on New Year's Eve for 12 months of good luck.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Here’s Why The GOP Is Divided Passport: Explore the finest destinations and experiences around the world in the Forbes Passport newsletter.—
Larry Olmsted,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Fabrics and crafts retailer Joann, which has been a destination for generations of quilters, knitters and lovers of crafts projects for more than 80 years, is going out of business and shuttering all its stores.—
CNN,
CNN,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Reserving restaurants, purchasing park hoppers, and picking your favorite room in advance can all be done via app or phone.—
Annemarie Dooling,
USA TODAY,
8 Jan. 2025
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Instead of picking an immediate replacement for the 60-year-old morning show mainstay to join Bush Hager, the show will try out different A-listers to find the best fit.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
Noun
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His exhibition will feature 25 contemporary pieces, many of which will debut at the fair and which will presented alongside a selection of the historical Mughal jewels and objects from the family collection that inspired them.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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And there’s a glorious selection of rental homes and condos situated on both the ocean and the harbor.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2025
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The event, which will air exclusively on July 8, 2025, is now accepting nominations, which can be submitted at Gayming’s website.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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The scripted comedy spoof featuring Bowen Yang, Jane Lynch, Shannon Woodward, Cynthia Nixon, Ian McKellen grabbed four nominations, including a mention for podcast of the year.—
William Earl,
Variety,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Many Cybertruck social media groups contain examples of drivers being targeted for their vehicle of choice, while news reports show multiple dealerships have been victimized by anti-Musk vandals, USA TODAY reported.—
Chris Mueller,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Quinn Hughes, the choice to replace him, is not with Team USA due to some light chaos with Hughes’ NHL team, the Vancouver Canucks.—
Chris Branch,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Singling (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/singling%20%28out%29. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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