once a year

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Born and raised in Bogotá, Delgado Lopera immigrated to Miami when he was 15, though he goes back to visit Colombia at least once a year.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Do you think they will appreciate your presence in their lives if you show them you have $5,000 to give them once a year — or more often?

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Though research is mixed, one highly referenced study from 1998 suggests that that men who donate blood just once a year have an 88 percent reduced risk for heart attack compared to non–blood donors.

From Slate • May 9, 2026

At least once a year, controllers must report all visits made to health professionals, including psychologists or psychiatrists, for treatment, exam or evaluation in the prior three years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Mr. Apatan was born in Manila, and he still went to visit once a year.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram