once-in-a-lifetime
Example Sentences
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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
But I look at this as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
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
“This guy is too bashful to say anything, but in order for us to play this once-in-a-lifetime gig, we need your help.”
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
