once-in-a-lifetime

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Leaders’ visions of a once-in-a-lifetime economic opportunity collide with longtime residents’ desire to hold on to their quiet way of life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

She said people were "fascinated" by him, in what was potentially a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime piece that is going to show him, and everything about him, in a really iconic way,” Braun said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Both a once-in-a-lifetime artwork and a free, public venue where every day, from dawn till dusk, people can live and imagine.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

I sent Dad a quick text, stressing the wonder of the situation and the once-in-a-lifetime aspect of the offer.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen