once-in-a-lifetime

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Or will people who got cold feet this week look back in a year and kick themselves for not reaping further gains during a once-in-a-lifetime technological revolution?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Get there early and stay late because it will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

The Tonys were first and Cannes most recent to honor Streisand with the umbrella awards most appropriate for this once-in-a-lifetime artist.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

A fundraiser has generated £3,800 to help Sienna take the once-in-a-lifetime trip.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Mom: “You can always go to college, Simone, but you won’t always be able to turn professional. That’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles