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as in just
for nothing other than
you're doing that only to annoy me
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2
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as in excellent
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
the only way to really appreciate the beauty of the forest is to walk through it
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2
as in one
being the one or ones of a class with no other members
that is the only possible right answer we were the only passengers on the tour bus
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Recent Examples of only
Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2025
Not only did Sarah Michelle Gellar reprise her role as Helen Shivers in the movie, but she’s also heavily referenced throughout the new film.
—Keith Langston, People.com, 20 July 2025
Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
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Unsurprisingly, my brother and I aren’t the only fans of these hiking shoes.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025
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Adverb
Most of the photos were taken from the waist up, but the actress also included two full-body selfies, which not only showed off her toned body, but also the stunning rocky landscape surrounding her.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2025
Not only did Sarah Michelle Gellar reprise her role as Helen Shivers in the movie, but she’s also heavily referenced throughout the new film.
—Keith Langston, People.com, 20 July 2025
Adjective
The only Cuban natives with more homers were Rafael Palmiero (569) and Jose Canseco (480).
—Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
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Unsurprisingly, my brother and I aren’t the only fans of these hiking shoes.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for only
Adverb
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Thompson is the state’s longest-serving governor (just over 14 years, from 1987 to 2001) and the only one to win four elections in a row.—
Craig Gilbert,
jsonline.com,
26 July 2025
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Meanwhile, Lohan, who was 17 at the time and is now 39, was promoting Freaky Friday, which had just been released on DVD.—
Carson Blackwelder,
People.com,
26 July 2025
Adverb
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Consider the recent struggles of The Gap and J Crew, to name but two former success stories that have lately found the going hard.—
Roger Trapp,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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The Sun has been particularly active lately as it's reached the peak of its 11-year solar cycle.—
Matthew Glasser,
ABC News,
21 July 2025
Adverb
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The Harvard Business Review reinforces this: Emotionally connected customers are more than twice as valuable as merely satisfied ones.—
Manu Mathew,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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These are important questions, but are ultimately merely nibbling around the edges of the main problem, which is that Rikers Island has for decades now been a cesspool of unconstitutional conduct and rampant violence that has shocked even longtime criminal justice observers like Martin.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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Aloe vera is low-maintenance, making the houseplant an excellent option for beginner houseplant owners, who don’t have much time for excessive plant care.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
23 July 2025
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One of the best examples is her novel Made for Love, perhaps better known as an HBO show starring the excellent Cristin Milioti.—
The Atlantic Culture Desk,
The Atlantic,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Drinkwater didn't make one appearance in a Chelsea shirt last season, whilst Bakayoko spent the season in Italy on loan at AC Milan.—
SI.com,
SI.com,
3 Aug. 2019
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Decisions made by engineers today, in other words, will determine not how one car drives but how all cars drive.—
Johannes Himmelreich,
BostonGlobe.com,
30 Mar. 2018
Conjunction
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But scientists and doctors say things aren’t that simple — and a belief that exposing children to marijuana, either directly or indirectly, is harmless isn’t supported by the facts.—
Daniel M. Jimenez,
The Cannifornian,
22 June 2017
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But with a full and volatile season behind them, the two have grown closer, prompting check-ins from Bradford last month, seeking tidbits from his coach who watched OTA practices on a tablet from his Kentucky retreat.—
Chad Graff,
Twin Cities,
15 June 2017
Adverb
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Individuals suffering solely from mental illness will be excluded from eligibility.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
19 July 2025
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Employers are no longer hiring based solely on credentials.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
Adverb
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Iglesias has looked a little better of late, and plenty of teams are looking for pen help.—
Tony Blengino,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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And for even more star style, see every major outfit of late here.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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“Only.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/only. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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