once or twice
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: one or two times : a very few times
We've eaten at that restaurant once or twice.
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Most lawn experts recommend watering new sod once or twice a day during this initial period, depending on temperature and weather conditions.
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Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
Paul Bacon, Hallandale Beach Shutting down A1A This happens once or twice a year.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2026
Most pillows can be machine-washed or washed by hand and should be cleaned at least once or twice a year.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
The events are held throughout Forest Park once or twice a month.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Feb. 2026
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Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
Paul Bacon, Hallandale Beach Shutting down A1A This happens once or twice a year.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 21 Feb. 2026
Most pillows can be machine-washed or washed by hand and should be cleaned at least once or twice a year.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 17 Feb. 2026
The events are held throughout Forest Park once or twice a month.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Feb. 2026
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“Once or twice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/once%20or%20twice. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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