I have only one sister.
I have only one sister.
English
only
ˈoʊnli, ˈoʊn.li, ˈəʊn.li, ˈəʊn.lɪ
Meaning: no more than; solely; exclusively
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Example sentences
I only have five dollars.
I only have five dollars.
I have only met him once.
I have only met him once.
I invited many friends, but only a few came.
I invited many friends, but only a few came.
Only a few guests stayed after dinner to help wash dishes.
Only a few guests stayed after dinner to help wash dishes.
Usage Notes
Used to emphasize that an amount is small or that nothing else is involved.
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