alone
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As to ‘why her,’ you’re totally right that she wasn’t alone.
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026
Iranian national authorities are saying that at least 17 museums and historic sites in Iran alone have been damaged, but so far Unesco’s Pikkat said they’ve only confirmed four sites.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
You can, even if it sounds like an oxymoron, travel alone without being a solo traveler.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
One bright spring morning he appears, as quickly and oddly as a desert chill, sitting calmly in front of his locker, October’s mystery hero, alone, in full view, finally.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
It’s just one night; I’ll disappear and hide in the background of their date and leave them alone as soon as I can.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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