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as in occasional
happening only once
with any luck, that was a onetime mistake
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as in former
having been such at some previous time
the onetime English teacher now works for a newspaper
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Recent Examples of onetime
CBS News, 7 July 2025
For decades, the lure of cartel cash has ensnared prosecutors, generals, mayors, governors — and even the country’s onetime top law enforcement honcho, Genaro García Luna, against whom Veytia testified in federal court in Brooklyn.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2025
Zach Schonfeld, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
One of the many stars in the audience was onetime SNL host Ryan Reynolds, who was sitting next to a smiling Lively.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Smiling, the onetime Catholic schoolboy prayed with family.
—CBS News, 7 July 2025
For decades, the lure of cartel cash has ensnared prosecutors, generals, mayors, governors — and even the country’s onetime top law enforcement honcho, Genaro García Luna, against whom Veytia testified in federal court in Brooklyn.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2025
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Tiffany Haddish, onetime supporting-actress hopeful for the breakout summer comedy Girls Trip.
—Zach Schonfeld, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
One of the many stars in the audience was onetime SNL host Ryan Reynolds, who was sitting next to a smiling Lively.
—James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for onetime
Adjective
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The compact, armless design is suitable for those who won't be spending a majority of their workdays at home, but is comfortable enough to support occasional work from home days and easy to match with your existing color scheme.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
10 July 2025
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South winds will continue to blow at 5 to 10 mph with occasional 20-mph gusts.—
Roberto Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Immigration attorneys said that ICE is targeting those who have been in the country less than two years, those with deportation orders and those enrolled in former President Joe Biden’s parole program.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
14 July 2025
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Singer and actress Dua Lipa and American actor turned racer Patrick Dempsey were spotted at the event, while popular F1 names included Williams team principal James Vowles, McLaren CEO Zak Brown, former F1 CEO Bernie Ecclestone, and the Haas F1 team.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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Jacobs works with a coach—formerly a professional athlete—who has shaped his thinking on leadership and life.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Adoptive parents owe $30M, NH judge says In New Hampshire, Olivia Griffin, formerly Olivia Atkocaitis, was awarded over $29.5 million in damages after a judge ruled in her favor against her adoptive parents, Thomas and Denise Atkocaitis.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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But the real question is what kind of concrete retribution Trump could try to exact on his erstwhile political ally and campaign donor.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
7 July 2025
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On the way to the Fordyce’s second floor, the erstwhile opulence along Bathhouse Row becomes evident.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 June 2025
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According to the report, Snow Angels Childcare and Preschool typically had no more than four children at once at the site, the report said.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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President Donald Trump is once again facing backlash, this time for comments made during a recent meeting with West African leaders that many are calling inappropriate and condescending.—
Oumou Fofana,
Essence,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Cape Florida Light The Cape Florida Light, in Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park on the tip of Key Biscayne, is the oldest lighthouse in the state.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
11 July 2025
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Difficulty breathing Irregular heartbeat Cardiac arrest (heart attack) Adults 19 and older should not take more than 350 mg of magnesium per day to avoid side effects and reduce the chance of toxicity.10 7.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
11 July 2025
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“Onetime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/onetime. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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