individually

Definition of individuallynext
as in separately
for each person or thing Each one of you will be disciplined individually for your role in the caper. Their raises were individually determined based on job performance over the past year.

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Recent Examples of individually The new breed of small modular reactors will use much less water individually than a large-sized plant so will have less of an environmental risk. Scott Montgomery, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 This exercise challenges you to move each toe individually, which most people find quite difficult. Jennifer Klump, Verywell Health, 17 July 2026 In addition to the purse, the toy also features two detachable bag charms inspired by the green and pink Labubu keychains that your dog can play with individually or all together for an enriching and exciting time. Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 16 July 2026 Their models are different, and demand investors view and value them individually and on their merits. Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 16 July 2026 My friends have collectively and individually started a not-so-subtle campaign to move in with me or for all of us to buy a house together. Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 15 July 2026 While advanced laser scanning technology ensures exceptional consistency, every hide is individually trimmed using traditional techniques and hand-finished by Morgan’s skilled craftspeople. Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 15 July 2026 The plaintiffs want to go through arbitration individually, but say a court order is necessary to preserve their employment while that process unfolds. Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 14 July 2026 The workers say Meta's agreements require employees to arbitrate workplace disputes individually, but do not apply to requests for temporary relief. Daniel Wiessner, USA Today, 14 July 2026
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  • Trump has separately pushed for a federal sovereign wealth fund, directing federal agencies to develop a plan for an investment vehicle designed to build long-term national wealth.
    Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 14 July 2026
  • The judgment leaves open the possibility that litigation against Rodríguez could continue separately.
    Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
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  • The rental is free for six months, which is the typical length of time a bassinet is used before the baby is too big for it or is able to get onto their hands and knees independently.
    Roni Robbins, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
  • The associations remained even after accounting for individual characteristics, suggesting community-level conditions may independently shape Alzheimer’s risk.
    Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026

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“Individually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/individually. Accessed 21 Jul. 2026.

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