I ˈəʊnli Adjective She's Daughter People Answer Grunt

• she's their only daughter.
• we were the only people there.
• his only answer was a grunt.
• i was not the only one with moist eyes at the end of the film.

only

1. used to say that no other or others of the same group exist or are there
• She's their only daughter.
• We were the only people there.
• His only answer was a grunt.
• I was not the only one with moist eyes at the end of the film.
• The only way he can express himself is through violence.
• The only reason for this crisis is poor planning.
• This might be the only time in my life I have this opportunity.
• The only real difference between them is their packaging.
• That's the only possible explanation I can find.
• We have no choice. The only other option is to die.
2. used to say that somebody/something is the best and you would not choose any other
• She's the only person for the job.
• Joe's diner is the only place to eat when you 're staying in New York.
3. officially recognized but not existing in reality
• He's party leader in name only.
4. used to emphasize that somebody is famous
• Here she is, the one and only Rihanna!
5. used before mentioning a worry or problem you have with something
• I'd love to come—the only thing is I might be late.

Word Origin

• Old English ānlic (adjective) (see one, -ly).