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5 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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The circus tent, once brightly colored, now faded with time.
The once-bustling street became a quiet alley.
The detective's hunch, once dismissed, led to a breakthrough.
Once, the town square buzzed with the excitement of a vibrant market.
The attic, once neglected, became a cozy reading nook.

Once

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adverbIn the past or formerly, denoting a specific time that is not now.
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Last Updated On: April 3, 2024
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