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single

[sing-guhl] / ˈsɪŋ gəl /
ADJECTIVE
alone, distinct
Synonyms
STRONGEST
individual lone original particular personal private separate simple sole special specific
STRONG
distinguished exclusive isolated loner one restricted secluded separated singular solitary
WEAK
especial exceptional indivisible not general not public odd only peerless rare singled out strange unalloyed unblended uncommon uncompounded undivided unique unitary unmixed unrivaled unshared unusual without equal
Antonyms
STRONGEST
common general indefinite ordinary public together unimportant usual
STRONG
attached combined mingling sociable
WEAK
double married mixed united wed wedded
ADJECTIVE
not married
Synonyms
STRONGEST
divorced sole unmarried
STRONG
bachelor free loner separated solo
WEAK
companionless eligible living alone spouseless unattached unfettered unwed
Antonyms
WEAK
combined double married mixed together united wed wedded

Example Sentences

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“That single moment in my life is what started our long-running career together.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

However, Stanley was eventually trapped lbw by Muhammad Abbas for five and Harris was caught behind for 66 off Aitchison when trying to manufacture a single.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The Rolling Stones have mysteriously released a new limited edition single on vinyl only, under the band name The Cockroaches, further fueling speculation the British rockers are poised to drop a 25th studio album.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Within days, Zelenskyy extended similar agreements to the UAE and Qatar, sweeping the western shore of the Persian Gulf in a single diplomatic sprint.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

The cell was identical with the one I had just left, six steps long, two wide, a single cot at the back.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom