Definitions

once

[wuhns] / wʌns /

ADJECTIVE

in the past; occurred one time only

Synonyms

STRONGEST

already before earlier formerly previously

STRONG

erstwhile late

WEAK

back back when bygone in the old days in the olden days in times gone by in times past long-ago old on one occasion once only once upon a time one one time before one time previously only one time quondam sometime this time time was whilom

ADVERB

in the past; occurred one time only

Synonyms

STRONGEST

already before earlier formerly late previously

STRONG

erstwhile

WEAK

a single time at one time away back back back when but once bygone heretofore in the old days in the olden days in times gone by in times past long ago old on one occasion once only once upon a time one one time before one time previously only one time quondam sometime this time time was whilom

Antonyms

STRONGEST

currently future later presently

Example Sentences

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Traditionally, they vote once in every parliament on a republican motion to abolish the monarchy and the motion came up by coincidence on Tuesday.

From BBC

So even if Forgent enjoys a big pop once it begins trading, it’s possible that shares could then pull back.

From Barron's

The pair quickly obtained demolition permits from the Department of Building and Safety, but once their plans became public, an outcry erupted.

From Los Angeles Times

That didn’t prevent Skinner from repeatedly pressing the close-door button, even though his behavior wasn’t once reinforced by any kind of reward.

From The Wall Street Journal

once

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