individual
noun
a single human being, as distinguished from a group.
individuals
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pluralof individual.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"Our investigation confirmed that these individuals mishandled sensitive information outside established company procedures, violating our policies and breaking the trust essential to our work."
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
Did investigators identify and follow up with individuals who appeared in or had access to relevant Snapchat communications?
From Slate ● Oct. 2, 2026
To pay for this labor, inmates allege that individuals outside of prison are depositing thousands of dollars into the commissary accounts of those serving the “Bad Boy for Life” rapper.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
"We have parted ways with three individuals for violating our policies on accessing and handling sensitive company information," OpenAI's spokesperson said.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
Under natural conditions, a typical chimpanzee troop consists of about twenty to fifty individuals.
From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
