1
as in only
for nothing other than
I fight solely for my country, not for money!
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2
as in independently
without aid or support
you undertook that project solely on your own, and you will finish it likewise
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Recent Examples of solely
Rather than relying solely on poison, the researchers recommend combining multiple control methods, including sealing entry points, improving sanitation, removing food sources and using traps.
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Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Newsom and other opponents, like the California Teachers Association, said the measure is shortsighted and left public schools, childcare providers and others in the lurch by focusing almost solely on healthcare.
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Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
But the political turmoil is a reminder that climate investment can’t solely rest on the political process.
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Justin Worland,
Time,
26 June 2026
Within ambient rap, a sprawling SoundCloud terrain that’s almost solely dictated by vibes and melody, suckrball stands out as a lyrically vivid bloodletter.
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Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
26 June 2026
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Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Newsom and other opponents, like the California Teachers Association, said the measure is shortsighted and left public schools, childcare providers and others in the lurch by focusing almost solely on healthcare.
—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
But the political turmoil is a reminder that climate investment can’t solely rest on the political process.
—
Justin Worland,
Time,
26 June 2026
Within ambient rap, a sprawling SoundCloud terrain that’s almost solely dictated by vibes and melody, suckrball stands out as a lyrically vivid bloodletter.
—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solely
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Panama coach Thomas Christiansen lamented a new World Cup rule that has left his team mathematically eliminated before their final Group L game, with today's clash against England offering only a chance to claw back some pride.
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Olympic gold medalist Arisa Trew secured her second winning result of the weekend with a switch McTwist — a 540-degree twist taking off from her opposite side while grabbing the middle of the board — during women’s vert best trick, which featured a field of athletes averaging only 16 1/2 years old.
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All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors.
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All products featured on Glamour are independently selected by our editors.
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Yet the discussion surrounding their survival is too often reduced to a purely financial debate.
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Port selection is cutting-edge, with purely USB-C connectivity on both sides.
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Of the increase in mental distress between 2011 and 2024, the study estimated that remote work accounted for a third, especially among people who live alone.
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The Full Moon later asks you to rest instead of carrying every loose end alone.
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In short, substrate independence is the notion that mind and consciousness need not be limited exclusively to biological brains.
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America's Next Top Model cycle 15 and returning all-star contestant Kayla Ferrel Onder speaks to EW exclusively about her experience on the show.
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Silicon Valley Power separately launched a pilot with Emerald AI focused on flexible data center power management and grid integration.
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Ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs tight end's upcoming wedding, Kelce and his fiancée, Taylor Swift, were spotted separately celebrating with their closest friends.
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Like Eastern, the airline promised passengers that if a flight was full, the shuttle would roll out a second plane – even for just one passenger.
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As the four-day event continues today, Wednesday, June 24 through Friday, June 26, there’s no better time to snag the latest deals that just launched on site.
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Unlike standalone projects developed individually, Lightshift is grouping the installations into a larger portfolio.
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As victims are identified, they will be contacted individually, according to a sheriff’s office release.
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“Solely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solely. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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