1
as in exclusive
belonging only to the one person, unit, or group named
the landowner has sole rights to the property, so he can do whatever he wants to with it
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2
as in only
being the one or ones of a class with no other members
the eldest son became the family's sole support
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as in toe
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Recent Examples of sole
Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
Among the loudest voices are those from Fix Front Street, a group of local animal advocates who have criticized the leadership of Sacramento’s sole city shelter for years.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2025
Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 28 May 2025
The Soul Naturalizer Goodtimes Sandals feature a plush, cushioned sole to keep your feet comfortable and ache-free for hours, plus an elevated, feminine design that will match with any dress code or color palette.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
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Adjective
Alvarez said her husband had been the family's sole provider, supporting her, their baby Denver, and her older son, Scout, from a previous relationship.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
Among the loudest voices are those from Fix Front Street, a group of local animal advocates who have criticized the leadership of Sacramento’s sole city shelter for years.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 17 June 2025
Noun
They’re constructed with a cushioned EVA sole with a contoured cork footbed that, much like all Birkenstock Arizona sandals, form fit to the foot for even more comfort.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 28 May 2025
The Soul Naturalizer Goodtimes Sandals feature a plush, cushioned sole to keep your feet comfortable and ache-free for hours, plus an elevated, feminine design that will match with any dress code or color palette.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sole
Adjective
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Pop Mart has also collaborated with fashion designers and clothing brands on exclusive Labubu apparel.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
17 June 2025
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Paid subscribers receive exclusive content or invitations to virtual events.—
JD Barker,
Rolling Stone,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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How to watch 'Love Island USA' Season 7 New episodes come out on Peacock each night Thursday to Tuesday at 9 p.m. ET, meaning the only day without a new episode is Wednesday.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
25 June 2025
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For now, Denver, Broomfield, Pitkin and Weld counties are the only Colorado counties — out of 64 — with home-rule authority.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
25 June 2025
Noun
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The Irishman was slated to return against Michael Chandler at UFC 303, but the fight was surprisingly canceled due to McGregor breaking his toe.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
24 June 2025
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The new species was identified by its skin texture, body shape, finger and toe shape, coloring and other subtle physical features, the study said.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
23 June 2025
Adjective
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Their personal relationship develops through professional milestones.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2025
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The Senate’s version broadens the requirement to include parents of children older than 14, as part of their effort to combat waste in the program and push personal responsibility.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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The update comes one week after the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) announced a group of hikers reported seeing a lone individual who appeared unprepared for the wilderness near Colchuck Lake.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2025
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The lone returnee who played regularly for last season’s NCAA Tournament team is junior guard Aidan Burke.—
Ivan Carter,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 June 2025
Noun
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The Solution: Check the plants carefully for signs of pests, and make sure to look on the underside of your plant leaves, too.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 June 2025
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Stamps or maker’s marks are often located on the underside of items.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Spread on a lined baking sheet in a single layer and freeze until firm (if time) to prevent clumping.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
21 June 2025
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Meanwhile, the Sox had just one hit — a single by Ryan Noda to begin the game — through five innings against Blue Jays starter José Berríos.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
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Drinkwater didn't make one appearance in a Chelsea shirt last season, whilst Bakayoko spent the season in Italy on loan at AC Milan.—
SI.com,
SI.com,
3 Aug. 2019
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Decisions made by engineers today, in other words, will determine not how one car drives but how all cars drive.—
Johannes Himmelreich,
BostonGlobe.com,
30 Mar. 2018
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“Sole.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sole. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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