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For this time only vs For once only

Both phrases are correct and can be used to convey the idea that something is valid or applicable on only one specific occasion. They are similar in meaning and can be used in various contexts.

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For this time only

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate that something is valid or applicable only for the current instance.

This phrase is used to emphasize that a particular condition, offer, or situation is limited to the present time and will not be repeated in the future.

Examples:

The discount is for this time only, so make sure to take advantage of it now.
I can lend you my car for this time only, as I will need it tomorrow.

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Sep 23, 2012 ... I put it on the line for this time only (Is that what you really want?) I can't see that I got red hands, I'm colorblind singing (day-oh) Don't put the ...
The term is often translated as "for this time only," "never again," or "one chance in a lifetime." The term reminds people to cherish any gathering that they may ...
Latin for "this time only," the phrase refers to the application of an out-of-state lawyer to appear in court for a particular trial, even though he/she is not licensed to ...
... you wanna call it F G Am I know if I fell down you'd change the way that I saw it F G Am I'd put it on the line for this time only C F G Is that what you really want?

Alternatives:

for once only
just for this occasion
only for now
solely for this moment
exclusively for this instance

For once only

This phrase is correct and can be used to convey the same meaning as 'for this time only.' It implies that something is valid or applicable only on a specific occasion.

This phrase is used to indicate that a particular condition, offer, or situation is limited to a single instance and will not be repeated.

Examples:

I'll make an exception for you, but it's for once only.
This opportunity is for once only, so don't miss out.

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Synonyms for once only. adv in the past; occurred one time only. already star · before star · earlier star · formerly star · late star · previously star · erstwhile star ...
Word usage trends for “once-only”. View usage over: Last 10 years; Last 50 years ; Last 100 years; Last 300 years. Browse Dictionary; # · A · B · C · D · E · F · G ...
Cyril Connolly Quotes. We love but once, for once only are we perfectly equipped for loving. Cyril Connolly. Biography. Author Profession: Journalist. Nationality: ...
Download a PDF of "Once, Only Once, and in the Right Place" by the National Research Council for free. Description: The usefulness of the U.S. decennial ...

Alternatives:

for this time only
just for this occasion
only for now
solely for this moment
exclusively for this instance

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