one-on-one
adjective
consisting of or involving direct individual competition, confrontation, or communication; person-to-person.
one-on-ones
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pluralof one-on-one.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He has shown he is able to take one-on-ones on and make it difficult for the defenders he is facing.
From BBC ● Apr. 13, 2026
His one-on-ones with the girls are punctuated by his signature giggle, and they seem to be an important part of the process.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2024
They have had some wins in the one-on-ones with defensive linemen that we’ve seen the past two days since pads went on.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 2, 2023
Dear Miss Manners: Being blown off for meetings, including my one-on-ones, has taken the wind out of my sails, professionally.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 19, 2023
In one-on-ones, advantage is to the shooter, especially if he’s as good as this guy.
From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely
