once-in-a-lifetime
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"This is a once-in-a-lifetime event," said Bud Denker, Freedom 250 chairman and president of IndyCar owner Penske Corporation.
From Barron's ● Aug. 22, 2026
“It’s going to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience,” said Bosco—though he is already planning for a repeat eclipse that will traverse Spain again next year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
Senior valuer Jenny Low said: "This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an item of clothing designed for and worn by screen icon Brigitte Bardot."
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
“We’re in a final. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience,” said Cubarsí, 19.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
“A once-in-a-lifetime event,” Celia said, and Arturo turned to me and chuckled.
From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez
