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What does "alone" mean in this sentence?

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Rebecca

The word "alone" here is used to emphasize that one single thing out of many is the most significant or extreme. In this case, Magic Kingdom's attendance was the single factor that was the most significant, as only the attendance of Magic Kingdom doubled the attendance of their closest competitor. Here are some examples of how the word "alone" can be used for similar meanings: Ex: You have many qualifications, but your work experience alone is enough to qualify you for the job. Ex: Her school is extremely large - her class alone has over eighty people.

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