someone

[ suhm-wuhn, -wuhn ]

pronoun

1. some person; somebody.

someone

/ ˈsʌmˌwʌn; -wən /

pronoun

1. some person; somebody

Usage

See everyone

Word History and Origins

Origin of someone¹

Middle English word dating back to 1275–1325; some, one

Example Sentences

That could be someone going to a clinic for abortion access or maybe a political rally, said Jake Laperruque, deputy director of the Security and Surveillance Project at the Center for Democracy and Technology.

From Los Angeles Times

Until someone asked if anyone could throw, and Maiava raised his hand.

From Los Angeles Times

"Someone is either ordering these bags or they know people that are buying them so they know it will be easy to get rid of the bags," he said.

From BBC

He also supports efforts to have someone other than officers respond to incidents in which people are in crisis, although he noted funding for such initiatives remains limited.

From Los Angeles Times

Or symbols of freedom for someone rebelling against nuptials she wants no part of?

From Los Angeles Times

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