Synonyms of 'only' in British English
(adjective)
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alone of its or their kind
She was the only applicant for the job.
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one and only
1 (adverb)
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merely
At the moment it's only a theory.
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2 (adverb)
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no more or no greater than
I only have enough money for one ticket.
3 (adverb)
Definition
without anyone or anything else being included
Computers are only for use by class members.
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