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as in only
being the one or ones of a class with no other members
an actress who commissioned a one-off dress from the designer for the Oscars
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as in occasional
happening only once
the tour is a one-off event to commemorate the band's 20th anniversary
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Recent Examples of one-off
Nothing is cookie-cutter here, as furnishings are either bespoke designs from the Cavagnari studio, antiques the architect collected during his international travels, or one-off pieces acquired for the hotel.
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Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2025
Every once in a while, Only Murders in the Building will shake things up with a one-off episode that diverges from the show’s usual style.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2025
Born in Lille, France, to an Algerian mother and French father, Vanhee grew up listening to garage rock and scouring flea markets for one-off looks.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Simple automations like welcome sequences, re-engagement nudges, or even birthday messages can turn one-off emails into structured customer journeys.
—William Jones, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
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Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2025
Every once in a while, Only Murders in the Building will shake things up with a one-off episode that diverges from the show’s usual style.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2025
Born in Lille, France, to an Algerian mother and French father, Vanhee grew up listening to garage rock and scouring flea markets for one-off looks.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Simple automations like welcome sequences, re-engagement nudges, or even birthday messages can turn one-off emails into structured customer journeys.
—William Jones, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for one-off
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The only exception was the 2019 AFCON quarter-final, when Troost-Ekong struck an 89th-minute winner for the Super Eagles.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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As of this writing, Williams was 10-of-11 with 86 passing yards and 30 rushing yards, including his team's only touchdown.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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The boats offer a low-effort way to spy on some of the coolest marine life in the region, including bat rays and even the occasional shark.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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By night, Criel entertains guests for intimate dinners — and the occasional artistic performance.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
6 Sep. 2025
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The winner of next year’s special election will keep the seat until the end of Rubio’s original term in 2028.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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As Vevo’s Senior Manager of Talent Booking, Cynthia Todd emphasized the close partnership and trust that goes into making opportunities like these special performances come together in Live From Vevo Studios.—
Jeff Benjamin,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The band has regularly been approached about one-shot reunions, right?—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
29 Aug. 2025
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Keanu Reeves' immortal warrior is back in an all-new comic book one-shot that expands the world of BRZRKR.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Drinkwater didn't make one appearance in a Chelsea shirt last season, whilst Bakayoko spent the season in Italy on loan at AC Milan.—
SI.com,
SI.com,
3 Aug. 2019
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Decisions made by engineers today, in other words, will determine not how one car drives but how all cars drive.—
Johannes Himmelreich,
BostonGlobe.com,
30 Mar. 2018
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Eaton has been bringing unique worship experiences to a variety of churches since 2010.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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Every pitcher is different and offers a unique look on the mound.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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And his lone Royals appearance was a spot start that lasted 2 ⅔ innings.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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The City Council ultimately voted 5-1 to deny the appeal, with lone opposition from Council Member Doug Taylor.—
Rose Evans
September 10,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Sep. 2025
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“One-off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/one-off. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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