the singular

noun

grammar
: a form of a word that is used to refer to one person or thing
"Mouse" is the singular of "mice."
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The cost is what each iteration of James Bond does to the singular weight of the role. — Jennifer J. Fondrevay, Forbes.com, 2 June 2026 Try the singular lemongrass cheesesteak from Sahbyy Food ($10), topped with homemade pepper chips and a heap of fragrant cilantro. — Regan Stephens, New York Times, 2 July 2026 Each Elorea fragrance carries the nature, memory and craft of Korean culture, mixed to evoke old memories and create new ones through the singular power of scent. — ABC News, 28 May 2026 But the singular O’Flynn, best known for her work in Mike Leigh movies and the short-lived My Lady Jane, has emerged in her own right as a fan-favorite. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for the singular

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“The singular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20singular. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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