Meaning of the word "single out" in English

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single out

US /ˈsɪŋ.ɡəl aʊt/

UK /ˈsɪŋ.ɡəl aʊt/

to choose one person or thing from a group for special attention, either good or bad

Example:

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The teacher would often single out the brightest students for extra assignments.

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He felt like he was being singled out for criticism.

Synonym:

select pick out choose designate identify

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