as in lone
not being in the company of others
a solo flight in a hot-air balloon
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as in independently
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Recent Examples of solo
Frederick Dreier, Outside, 12 Sep. 2025
But as of October 1, Californians traveling solo will no longer be able to drive on the HOV lanes, even if their vehicles have a small impact on the environment.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Nathan Diller, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
That also involved a solo hiker, the park said.
—Phil Helsel, NBC news, 17 Sep. 2025
Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2025
Brando Mosqueda had eight solo tackles.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 15 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
On August 19, Lowther completed the trip solo in 4 hours 6 minutes 58 seconds.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 12 Sep. 2025
But as of October 1, Californians traveling solo will no longer be able to drive on the HOV lanes, even if their vehicles have a small impact on the environment.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Adverb
There is also no single supplement (a fee many cruise lines impose to make up earnings when a solo traveler stays in a cabin designed for two).
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
That also involved a solo hiker, the park said.
—Phil Helsel, NBC news, 17 Sep. 2025
Noun
After Nashville, the duo continued performing as Lennon & Maisy before branching off into solo careers.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2025
Brando Mosqueda had eight solo tackles.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solo
Adjective
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In other instances, a lone fish can end up in its own cave.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
17 Sep. 2025
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The lone Chelsea goal was scored by Cole Palmer (29’).—
Manuel Veth,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Tests were carried out independently by two separate overseas laboratories, with both reaching the same conclusion, according to Navalnaya.—
Anna Chernova,
CNN Money,
17 Sep. 2025
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PCMag editors select and review products independently.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Whether leading her trio through sultry ballads or high-energy swing numbers, Riketté always delivers a performance that’s both nostalgic and fresh.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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In the early days of my career, there were a lot of ballads in my repertoire and the audience was mainly seated at my shows.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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These acts are punishable crimes, and every single threat will be met with the full force of the law.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Sep. 2025
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The Midong solar project is the world's largest single-solar power producer, potentially generating enough electricity for 5 million households.—
Jeff Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The band, which performs songs in English and Korean, consists of Kim Woosung on vocals and guitar, Park Dojoon (vocals, guitar, keyboard), Lee Hajoon (drums, backup vocals), and Lee Taegyeom (bass, backup vocals).—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
18 Sep. 2025
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The band’s signature battering riffs and Lindberg’s screeching vocals have become synonymous with the extreme metal genre.—
Quentin Thane Singer,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Breaking free from the isolation tax isn’t just about feeling less lonely.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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There are a lot of lonely people out there.—
Latoya Gayle,
PEOPLE,
14 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Mimosa and Bloody Mary variations, in flights or singly, can be purchased separately.—
Greg Mellen,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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Not singly, not a lone fish here and there, but in packs.—
Ben East,
Outdoor Life,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Dragon Lee then went to tear off El Grande’s mask to a chorus of boos.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Guitarist Benji Shanks offered a fiery solo before the bridge and stabbing, descending lines at the end of the chorus.—
Tom Roland,
Billboard,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Solo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solo. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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