100 Examples of sentences containing the adjective "only"

Definition

The adjective only refers to a single or sole instance of something, indicating exclusivity or limitation. It can denote that there is nothing more than what is specified.

Synonyms

• Sole
• Single
• Unique
• Exclusive
• Merely
• Just
• Nothing but
• Alone
• Purely

Antonyms

• Multiple
• Many
• Various
• Numerous
• All

Examples

1. She was the only one who knew the secret.
2. This is the only book I've read this year.
3. He is the only candidate for the job.
4. That was the only time I saw him.
5. The only reason I came was to see you.
6. We can have only one dessert each.
7. This is the only solution to the problem.
8. He is my only friend in the city.
9. The only way to succeed is through hard work.
10. She is the only person I trust.
11. That was only a rumor.
12. I have only a few dollars left.
13. This only happens once a year.
14. The only thing I want is peace.
15. You are the only one who understands me.
16. I only like chocolate ice cream.
17. They are the only family in the neighborhood.
18. The only option left is to leave.
19. This is the only time I will ask you.
20. We are the only witnesses to the event.
21. He only works part-time.
22. The only color I like is blue.
23. She only speaks English.
24. This is the only place I feel safe.
25. He is my only source of inspiration.
26. There is only one answer to the question.
27. The only thing that matters is your happiness.
28. That was the only mistake I made.
29. The only rule is to be respectful.
30. I will only go if you come with me.
31. This is the only pizza left.
32. He was the only survivor of the accident.
33. That only happens in movies.
34. I have only seen that movie once.
35. She only wears black.
36. He is the only one who can help.
37. The only gift I want is your presence.
38. I only need five minutes of your time.
39. We can only go if it stops raining.
40. This is the only way to get there.
41. I have only one question.
42. He is only a child.
43. The only way to learn is through practice.
44. She has only one dream.
45. He is my only brother.
46. There is only one truth.
47. This is the only time I will forgive you.
48. They only want the best for you.
49. I can only imagine what you went through.
50. The only thing that counts is your effort.
51. That was the only time he was late.
52. I saw only a glimpse of her.
53. This is the only chance we have.
54. I will only tell you if you promise to keep it secret.
55. The only problem is the cost.
56. She is only interested in fashion.
57. You can only achieve success through dedication.
58. This is only a test run.
59. I only visit my grandparents on holidays.
60. The only part I like is the ending.
61. This only applies to full-time employees.
62. He only cares about money.
63. She is the only one who can do it right.
64. We can only go so far with this plan.
65. That was the only thing he said.
66. The only problem with that idea is its feasibility.
67. I only want to help you.
68. The only limitation is your imagination.
69. This is the only way I know to fix it.
70. I only trust you with this information.
71. The only thing holding us back is fear.
72. I will only believe it when I see it.
73. That is the only restaurant I like.
74. The only way to win is to play fair.
75. You’re only as good as your last performance.
76. I have only seen him in passing.
77. The only choice is to move forward.
78. She is the only person who can join us.
79. I can only imagine how hard that was for you.
80. This is the only thing I need to finish my project.
81. He only remembers the good times.
82. I have only one goal: to succeed.
83. The only requirement for this job is experience.
84. We only have a few minutes left.
85. She only reads fiction.
86. This is the only plan we have.
87. I only hope for the best.
88. The only way to find out is to try.
89. I was the only one who showed up.
90. That’s the only possible explanation.
91. She is only here for the money.
92. I can only recommend this book.
93. The only thing left to do is wait.
94. He only talks about himself.
95. The only person I want to see is you.
96. This is the only project I am working on right now.
97. You can only learn if you practice.
98. I will only say this once.
99. The only detail I was missing was the date.
100. That was the only time I felt truly happy.