one-time

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More recently, California’s proposal for a one-time tax on billionaires prompted some, including Peter Thiel and Larry Page, to open new offices outside the state.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Industry executives also say they aren’t permitting as many adjustments to financial metrics, such as removing one-time or discretionary expenses, that can make companies look more creditworthy than they actually are.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Robbie Keane, a one-time Celtic player, had been linked with the Celtic manager's job and has reportedly left Ferencvaros.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

In December, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced $12 billion in one-time payments for farmers facing market disruptions, high input costs and trade-related pressures.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Even a modern computer cannot crack a message sent by the one-time pad system.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin