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Definition of “one-on-one”

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one-on-one (ˈwʌnɑnˈwʌn Pronunciation for )

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(US)

adjective, adverb

  1. (basketball, American football) contending individually against a single opposing player
  2. in direct, personal confrontation

noun

  1. a game, sport, etc. in which one individual competes against another individual

Example Sentences Including 'one-on-one'

Tess hoped he had plotted an escape route for them, because everyone here was going to clamor for one-on-one interviews as well.
Laura Lippman IN A STRANGE CITY (2001)
The rally also gave the reporters a chance to interact with Klan members one-on-one.
Onion (2002)
She offered workshops each Thursday and held one-on-one coaching sessions.
Chicago Sun-Times (2002)
Substantial one-on-one counseling can go from one hour a week to 50 hours a stay.
Hart, Stan Rehab: A Comprehensive Guide to Recommended Drug-Alcohol Treatment Centers in the United States (1988)

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