ONE-SHOT Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

one-shot

adjective

ˈwən-ˌshät

Definition of one-shot

as in occasional

happening only once this offer is a one-shot deal; if you refuse, you won't get another chance

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Recent Examples of one-shot While the networks were boosted by the introduction of Nielsen’s Big Data + Panel currency last fall, the artificial lift provided by the upgrade to the ratings methodology was a one-shot deal. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026 Snow falling upwards, a B-side to the self, two lovers in a one-shot take, that pause before the final chorus. — Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026 But the film also dazzles with its exhilarating action sequences, including a one-shot car chase that thrusts you into the thick of the chaos and stays with you long after the credits have rolled. — Sara Netzley, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Sep. 2026 Talley, whose mother, Brandii, works as a dental hygienist, went into the day with a one-shot lead and finished six back of eventual winner María José Marín. — Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for one-shot

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The New Braunfels, Texas, resident kept a frenetic touring schedule, headlining major Texas venues and mid-sized dance halls around the country, with occasional arena or amphitheater stops opening for Koe Wetzel thrown in.

— Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2026
That could make removing space junk a routine service rather than an occasional experiment.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of occasional

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Designers across the country are reporting more clients asking for backyards built around weekly hosting routines rather than one-off summer parties.

— Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Oct. 2026
While the broader category of costume shoppers will err toward value, a strong luxury and style-led contingent are investing in forever pieces, looking to rare vintage numbers and one-off statement designs to anchor their Halloween look.

— Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026

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one-sided

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