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UK//ðɛrz ˈəʊnli wʌn θɪŋ hiːz ˈɑːftə//US//ðɛrz ˈoʊnli wʌn θɪŋ hiːz ˈæftər//

Meaning of There's only one thing he's after

A phrase indicating that someone has a specific goal or desire that they want to achieve.

In simple words: He wants only one thing.

There's only one thing he's after in a sentence

  • There's only one thing he's after, and that's the championship trophy.
  • If you ask him, he'll tell you there's only one thing he's after: knowledge.
  • In this competition, everyone knows there's only one thing he's after – winning.
  • She realized too late that there's only one thing he's after - her trust.
  • When it comes to investments, there's only one thing he's after: profit.

How to use There's only one thing he's after

Use this phrase to indicate that someone has a specific goal or desire. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a detective chasing a single clue, focusing only on one thing.

Related words

Collocations with There's only one thing he's after

  • one thing he's after
  • there's only one goal
  • focused on one desire

Synonyms for There's only one thing he's after

  • he's focused on one goal
  • he has a single ambition
  • he seeks only one thing

Common mistakes with There's only one thing he's after

  • Using 'after' to mean 'behind' instead of 'seeking'.
  • Confusing it with 'there's only one thing I need'.
  • Overusing it in situations where multiple wants are involved.

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Frequently asked questions about There's only one thing he's after

What does There's only one thing he's after mean?

He wants only one thing.

What is the definition of There's only one thing he's after?

A phrase indicating that someone has a specific goal or desire that they want to achieve.

How do you use There's only one thing he's after in a sentence?

There's only one thing he's after, and that's the championship trophy.

Can you give another example of There's only one thing he's after?

If you ask him, he'll tell you there's only one thing he's after: knowledge.

What are synonyms for There's only one thing he's after?

Common alternatives include he's focused on one goal, he has a single ambition, he seeks only one thing.

What words go with There's only one thing he's after?

It commonly pairs with one thing he's after, there's only one goal, focused on one desire.

What are common mistakes when using There's only one thing he's after?

Using 'after' to mean 'behind' instead of 'seeking'. Confusing it with 'there's only one thing I need'. Overusing it in situations where multiple wants are involved.

How do you pronounce There's only one thing he's after?

US: //ðɛrz ˈoʊnli wʌn θɪŋ hiːz ˈæftər//, UK: //ðɛrz ˈəʊnli wʌn θɪŋ hiːz ˈɑːftə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use There's only one thing he's after?

Use this phrase to indicate that someone has a specific goal or desire. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts.