Be in a minority of one

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To be the only one who has a particular opinion or belief.

In believing in an alien invasion, he was in a minority of one.
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Often appears as...

  • feel like being in a minority of one
  • finding oneself in a minority of one

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Idiomatic

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Unpopular View

Emphasizes your opinion is not shared by others around you.

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On the decision to close the park, I found myself in a minority of one.
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Emotional Impact

Can express feelings of isolation or frustration when you're the only one with a certain viewpoint.

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Arguing against the new policy, she stood in a minority of one, feeling quite discouraged.
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Individuality Highlight

Might imply courage or stubbornness in maintaining one's stance alone.

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Even when ridiculed, he was in a minority of one, proudly presenting his findings.
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