once in a lifetime

idiom

: very rare or very rarely

a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

This sort of opportunity comes along once in a lifetime.

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She's captured images of the stunning scenery and the once in a lifetime experiences that she's had along the way. —

Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024 Charting a Strategic Course President Trump’s second term offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to shape AI governance for Americans’ benefit. —

James Broughel, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024 As one brother is seduced into a life of crime, the other defies all odds and embarks on a once in a lifetime opportunity that captures the heart of a nation. —

Greg Evans, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2024 The Amalfi Coast is a one-of-a-kind destination that merits a visit at least once in a lifetime. —

Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for once in a lifetime

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