This is the 9989th most frequent Japanese word.
身一つ
"身一つ" means "with nothing but oneself" or "with just one's body/person."
In this sentence, '身一つ' emphasizes that the person relocated carrying hardly any possessions, implying starting anew or with minimal resources.
彼は身一つで新しい街に引っ越した。
He moved to a new town with just himself.
Here, '身一つ' highlights the idea of facing challenges relying solely on oneself, often connoting independence and bravery.
身一つで挑戦する彼の勇気を尊敬しています。
I respect his courage to take on challenges alone.
In this context, '身一つ' signifies fleeing with no belongings or entourage, depicting a situation of urgency or survival.