1
as in person
a member of the human race
every individual has value
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2
as in entity
one that has a real and independent existence
our general concept of what constitutes a chair is based on our experience with many individuals that were called chairs
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as in subjective
of, relating to, or belonging to a single person
everyone has his or her own individual opinion about the subject, but you will have to work together
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as in separate
not the same or shared
guest rooms at the inn have individual bathrooms
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as in distinct
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
he's got a highly individual laugh that I would know anywhere
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Recent Examples of individual
Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2025
The negative consequences of this content go well beyond the individuals misquoted.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 15 Aug. 2025
Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Either pinch individual leaves from the plant or use clean pruning shears to cut 6-inch stems about 1 or 2 inches from the base of the plant.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2025
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Noun
The West Palm Beach nonprofit works with underserved individuals dealing with substance use disorders, a mission that is close to the heart of PBM co-owner Eric San Pedro.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2025
The negative consequences of this content go well beyond the individuals misquoted.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Canyon Coaster Adventure Park Swoop through mountainside pines for thrills on an alpine coaster — individual carts with sledlike seating.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Either pinch individual leaves from the plant or use clean pruning shears to cut 6-inch stems about 1 or 2 inches from the base of the plant.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for individual
Noun
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But when someone raises concerns about questionable billing practices, the issue is quietly set aside and the person is moved to another role.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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That’s the person who can integrate diverse expertise, promote equitable contributions, and cultivate trust.—
Jamil Zaki,
Harvard Business Review,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The principle recognizes the legal rights of natural entities, such as rivers, mountains, ecosystems or even something as specific as wild rice.—
Dana Zartner,
Space.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Any entities working in weather modification must report all activities to NOAA under the Weather Modification Reporting Act.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
17 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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That said, rigid models and subjective weighting can limit adaptability in dynamic projects.—
Ohm Kundurthy,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Some reminders: First, yes, this is a subjective exercise.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Both Elvis Presley and The Beatles have done so with four separate charting entities.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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As a secondary option, Engine suggests that if a standalone path does not appear viable then the board should consider selling the entire company or splitting LSS and BPS into separate entities.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Each provider offers distinct benefits, from low introductory prices to high-speed fiber connections.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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These new colorways maintain the model’s multi-texture dial construction while offering distinct visual identities with unique color tones and finishes.—
Matthew Catellier,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The wallet would end up going on a 151,000-mile odyssey across multiple states before a mechanic in Minnesota last month discovered that the obstacle that was preventing him from putting the vehicle's airbox back in place was — a man's leather wallet.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Drill sergeants—not therapy Faced with the ultimate in fitness standards, men and women throughout the military obsess over their weight and body shapes, experts say.—
Noelle Wiehe,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Aug. 2025
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Stay away from water, wet items, and metal objects.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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The object was found over the side of an embankment in the forest, according to the release.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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That would leave annual inflation averaging 2.6% during Trump's term and peaking at 3.1% in 2026, based on the Commerce Department’s personal consumption expenditures price index.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
16 Aug. 2025
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The third level involves strengthening behavior, particularly in personal and professional contexts.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Individual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individual. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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