single (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for single (out)
Verb
  • The Pirates selected another pitcher to join Hernandez on the path to the big leagues.
    Devon Henderson, Oc Register, 13 July 2025
  • Judkins was selected in the second round with the 36th overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft by the Cleveland Browns after having played for the Ohio State Buckeyes.
    Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 13 July 2025
Verb
  • The outlet has not been publicly identified by law enforcement.
    Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 12 July 2025
  • One customer in the parking lot, who declined to be identified, said he’s been visiting arcades like these for about six or seven years.
    Josh Salman, Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • In 1925, the Buckeyes and Fighting Illini chose a live turtle to signify their long-lasting spirit of competition.
    Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 10 July 2025
  • Barring an outright ban, which looks unlikely at this juncture, any legal action against X would take months, possibly years, to work its way through the European courts, especially if Musk chooses not to cooperate.
    Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2025
Verb
  • At just under 6-5 without shoes, Tre distinguishes himself as an outside shooter.
    Josh Robbins, New York Times, 9 July 2025
  • How does history distinguish knaves from legendary figures?
    W.E. Gutman, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2025
Verb
  • Readers clearly have no problem picking favorites, with the top properties located mostly in major travel destinations like Mumbai, New Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, and Agra.
    Hannah Walhout, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
  • This year, the program is running twice as long and with four times the number of attractions to pick from.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 8 July 2025
Verb
  • Their research pinpointed the core issue: a lack of knowledge, not a lack of interest.
    Scott White, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
  • Everyone in Cardiff, Wales over the weekend (July 4, 5) no doubt had a similar story about their connection to Oasis, and can pinpoint the moment their world was altered by Liam and Noel Gallagher’s music, their attitude and outlook on life.
    Thomas Smith, Billboard, 7 July 2025
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“Single (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/single%20%28out%29. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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