one and only

1. One's only love; one's only sweetheart. For example, He swore she was his one and only, but the detective following him knew better. [c. 1900]

Example Sentences

Its seven Oscar wins, including best picture, capped off a great year for the actor who received his one and only lead actor Oscar nomination for his breezy performance.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s the one and only movie released before the fall film festival season that is undeniable.

From Los Angeles Times

For many fans in Los Angeles, that might represent freedom of choice: the one and only must-have sports subscription.

From Los Angeles Times

It was my one and only time on Broadway.

From Los Angeles Times

In the early 1900s, Houdini made his one and only visit to Aberdeen to perform.

From BBC

Related Words

• alone 
• completely 
• entirely 
• only 
• solely 
• wholly