Phrasal Verb - Singling Out
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.Definition
To identify or focus on a particular person or thing, often implying that others are being excluded or ignored. This phrasal verb can also mean to separate or isolate something from a group or situation.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The teacher singled out the student who had answered correctly for praise. |
| 2 | The company singled out its top performers for a special reward. |
| 3 | The manager singled out the employee who had made a mistake for reprimand. |
| 4 | The police singled out the suspect based on his appearance. |
| 5 | The speaker singled out certain issues for further discussion. |
| 6 | The team singled out the strongest player for the crucial match. |
| 7 | The jury singled out the defendant for special scrutiny. |
| 8 | The committee singled out the proposal for further consideration. |
| 9 | The critic singled out the actor's performance for praise. |
| 10 | The investigator singled out the clue that led to the solution. |