one-time

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Stripping out certain one-time items, the company reported adjusted earnings of 29 cents a share.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

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

Some fans are curious to see whether her one-time bestie actress Blake Lively, who drew Swift into her legal saga with her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni, will attend.

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

You also need to indicate which one-time pad sheet you used—that’s why Abel added 207 to the top of his message.

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