He described some fairly lonely nights when they opened a decade ago.

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Some of the best bets for long, lonely runs of untracked are some of the older, sleepier trails on the east-facing slope of Bald Mountain that are served by the Mayflower lift.

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He sits a while in lonely taverns where some love songs are sung in Spanish ("Maria Elena").

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While some refer to it as a lonely planet, we prefer to think of it as unique.

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Getting started in making connections with some support may turn a shy and lonely elder into a happier one.

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"Some people who have been shy or lonely or feel less attractive discover they can socialise more successfully and express themselves more freely online".

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There are some like that, but it is a small and lonely group.

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With the help of Shawn Low, travel editor of Lonely Planet's Asia Pacific edition, we highlight some of the must-see Singaporean sights for those with a few spare hours between flights, whatever the time of the day.

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Some lucky up-and-comers, like Woodie award winning college band The Lonely Biscuits, find sponsors willing to cover their travel costs.

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"Many people are surprised to find that there's a stylish downtown district, a thriving nightlife scene and even some residents who don't dress up like pirates during the day, " says Lonely Planet.

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