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Only

usgb/ˈəʊnli/Volume
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Emphasizing Limitation

Used to highlight a restriction in quantity, scope, or ability.

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I only have five minutes to talk.
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Correct Placement

Placement before the verb or object it modifies affects the meaning.

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She cooked only dessert versus She only cooked dessert.
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Scope of Negation

Clarifies the extent of negation when combined with 'not'.

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Not only did he refuse the offer, but he also criticized it.
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