He was the 'lone' [='only, sole'] official to vote against the plan.
He had the reputation of being a 'lone wolf' in high school.
a 'lone' traveler [=a traveler who is alone]
(..) would offer up in tribute... One young man and woman. To fight to the death. And it peg you to honor, courage and sacrifice. The lone victor... Bathe in riches... Will serve as our reminder of our generosity. .. and our forgiveness. This is how we remember our past. (..)2012 The Hunger Games