single out

verb

singled out; singling out; singles out

: to treat or to speak about (someone or something in a group) in a way that is different from the way one treats or speaks about others

The coach singled out the players who played poorly.

The reviewer singled her performance out for praise/criticism.

—often used as (be) singled out

She was singled out for special treatment.

Examples of single out in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Initial reactions from those in attendance have been positive, with many singling out the film’s biting satirical voice. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 5 Oct. 2026

In a debate hosted by The Sacramento Bee last month, Kiley singled out a 2017 vote by Pan for a transportation package that raised the state gas tax by 12 cents per gallon. — Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 4 Oct. 2026

Sources singled out Umbro as the most promising one at the company, which as of 2025 drove retail sales of about $6 billion. — Evan Clark, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026

In the video, Mamdani singled out Griffin’s $238 million penthouse. — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for single out

• roundabout
• runabout
• sauerkraut
• thereabout
• turnabout
• about
• bailout
• blackout
• blowout
• breakout
• burnout
• buyout