once or twice

phrase

: one or two times : a very few times
We've eaten at that restaurant once or twice.

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The duo has worked together for a decade and known each other even longer, but more importantly, each has contributed to the other’s success—and not just once or twice. Jerry Perez, The Drive, 20 Aug. 2026 Most studies on tart cherry juice have used 30–480 mL once or twice daily, often before bedtime. Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 17 Aug. 2026 Clean the bowl with a toilet brush and cleaner once or twice a week to prevent mineral deposits from staining the toilet bowl. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2026 The expectation is that Ohtani will repeat that in the next few days, then face hitters in live batting practice once or twice before returning to the mound in actual games. Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for once or twice

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“Once or twice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/once%20or%20twice. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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