single-handedly

adverb

Definition of single-handedlynext
as in independently
without aid or support the team's star slugger hit three home runs, effectively winning the game single-handedly

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for single-handedly
  1. alone
  2. separately
  3. solely
Adverb
  • With the Kings playing transition defense, the Lakers were able to create tons of open looks from the perimeter, making seven threes in the first quarter alone.
    Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
  • In other words, measuring the true rise of autism is complicated and not based on biology alone.
    Catherine Tan, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of alone
Adverb
  • And if the slices of duck have been served separately atop a bed of shredded cabbage and herbs, feel free to use the sauce as a dressing for a DIY salad.
    Christina Liao, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Saks and Neiman Marcus will be managed by one team, whereas Bergdorf Goodman will be managed separately, according to Marc Metrick, who takes on the role of CEO of the Saks Global Operating Group.
    David Moin, WWD, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of separately
Adverb
  • Additionally, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions is the only expedition cruise operator offering flights in and out of Puerto Natales — most flights to Antarctica operate solely out of Punta Arenas.
    Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2024
  • The Globes, over their 82 year history have always been friendly to newcomers, and in fact used to have categories solely devoted to them.
    Pete Hammond, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of solely
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Thesaurus Entries Near single-handedly

single-handed

single-handedly

single-minded

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