The gains for Microsoft almost single-handedly lifted the technology-heavy Nasdaq composite, which has been in a slump since late January.

Barrett, who seemed to single-handedly lift the Pirates out of this sluggish game, was the difference yesterday.

Robinson also managed to single-handedly lift the spirit of a nation that had suffered the new terror of aerial bombardment from the apparently invincible airships.

Justen looked toward the healers and watched Castin unstrap a large bag, which he lifted single-handedly.

The other day, Angelo Degree single-handedly lifted a couch and effortlessly hauled it into another room.

He single-handedly lifted our banner from the ashes of Berlin into the skies of America.

I watched as she single-handedly lifted a bulky crate into the net.

After single-handedly lifting the vehicle to free a fellow Marine, Whitman fell to the ground unconscious from the effort.

While this song had been covered by other Chinese singers, Wong's version nonetheless swept over Hong Kong and single-handedly lifted her to stardom.

Geelong midfielder Cameron Ling described Selwood's performance as: "Absolutely amazing... He just single-handedly lifted the whole group with his intensity around the ball.