Meaning of the word "single someone out" in English
What does "single someone out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
single someone out
US /ˈsɪŋɡəl ˌsʌm.wʌn ˈaʊt/
UK /ˈsɪŋɡəl ˌsʌm.wʌn ˈaʊt/
Phrasal Verb
to choose one person or thing from a group for special attention, especially for criticism or praise
Example:
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The teacher decided to single out the student who had been disruptive.
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It's not fair to single out one person for blame when everyone was involved.