solely
Americanadverb
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as the only one or ones.
solely responsible.
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exclusively or only.
plants found solely in the tropics.
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merely.
She wanted solely to get out of the house for a while.
adverb
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only; completely; entirely
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without another or others; singly; alone
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for one thing only
Etymology
Origin of solely
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
It remains unclear whether the jobs slowdown is actually due solely or even mostly to technological change.
From BBC
Private interests controlling the archive is not a matter solely for the museum or the Belgian state, because the DRC authorities are also involved.
From Barron's
The decision on which algorithm to use rests solely with the Southern Section office, and no bylaw or new proposal can be passed to change that.
From Los Angeles Times
Some lawmakers have been trying to craft legislation focused solely on workforce demands in an individual community college district.
From Los Angeles Times
Is it a biological disease based solely on the presence of brain proteins?
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