single-handedly
Example Sentences
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Although much of her previous work involved strong co-stars or ensembles, Byrne carries this film almost single-handedly, often through close-ups shot so tightly that she felt like her eyelashes might brush the camera.
From Los Angeles Times
He made his Ashes debut in Australia, got engaged to his partner Ana in Sydney and now, at times single-handedly, is taking England towards the T20 World Cup semi-finals.
From BBC
Against Canada, the Americans’ biggest competition for a gold medal, Murphy single-handedly managed to draw four penalties, driving the Canadians absolutely crazy.
As the front-runner in four more events, the cheese-powered human rocket from Wisconsin could salvage these Games for the U.S. by single-handedly winning as many golds as the rest of the nation.
As the NBA season breaks for All-Star weekend, there is one player who is single-handedly leading his fractured team to victory after victory, with his great scoring, passing and stout defense.
From Los Angeles Times
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