23 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Once' in a Sentence

"In the past or formerly, denoting a specific time that is not now." more

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I met her once at a conference.

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Once upon a time, there was a magical land beyond the rainbow.

I baked cookies with my grandma once.

The library was once a haven for book lovers.

The once-proud ship now rested at the bottom of the ocean.

We sang the birthday song for Sarah once she blew out the candles.

I was once a vegetarian, but now I love steak.

The historic landmark, once a beacon of hope, now stood in ruins.

He was once the fastest sprinter in the world.

She smiled once at the puppy.

I was once a resident of that charming town.

I visited the zoo once to see the lions.

The magician made a rabbit appear once he waved his wand.

Once, he spoke fluent Latin, now forgotten.

We had a picnic by the lake once, and it was delightful.

The cat caught a mouse once.

The knight, once brave, now faced his fears.

Sarah sang on stage once.

Grandma told us a fascinating story about her once adventurous journey.

He wore a crown once in the play.

The old library was once a bustling hub of knowledge and stories.

The bell rang once for recess.

The old library, once bustling with readers, now stood silent.

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