only once

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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. solo una vez
I've been to Canada only once, but I want to come back.He estado en Canadá solo una vez, pero quiero volver.
b. una vez solo
Press the button only once.Pulse el botón una vez solo.
c.
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
no direct translation
I shot several times but hit the target only once.Disparé varias veces pero di en la diana solo una.
You can try the cake only once.Solo puedes probar la tarta una vez.
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