someone

[suhm-wuhn, -wuhn]

pronoun

1. some person; somebody.

someone

/ ˈsʌmˌwʌn, -wən /

pronoun

1. some person; somebody

Word History and Origins

Origin of someone¹

Middle English word dating back to 1275–1325; some, one

Example Sentences

Ibuprofen is not usually recommended, unless it's prescribed by a doctor, especially if someone is more than 20 weeks pregnant, because it can affect the baby's circulation and kidney function.

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He added the drones, which turned their lights on and off as they approached the airport, had been operated by someone who had the "will and tools to show off... perhaps also to practice."

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If you, or someone you know, has been affected by cancer, BBC Action Line has a list of organisations that may be able to help.

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During the trial, the court heard that the children's bodies had no sign of trauma, though it was clear they had been killed by someone.

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Garg's admirers saw him as someone who never thought twice before ruffling feathers.

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Related Words

• character 
• leader 
• official 
• star