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once more
/wʌns mɔːr/
again
Let me try once more before giving up.
The speaker is determined to attempt something again after a previous failure.
general
Again; one more time.
The teacher asked the student to read the passage once more to ensure understanding.
The teacher wanted the student to read the passage again to make sure they understood it.
After failing the test, she decided to study harder and take it once more.
She planned to retake the test after studying more.
This phrase is commonly used to indicate repetition or a final attempt.
Collocations
try once moreattempt something againlisten once morehear something again
Synonyms
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Encouragement
Use 'once more' to motivate someone to try again, especially after a setback.
Gold Rule
Repetition
'Once more' emphasizes a single additional attempt, not continuous repetition.
Word Origin
Derived from the combination of 'once' (one time) and 'more' (additional), indicating repetition.
Usage Notes
This phrase is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often used to encourage persistence or to indicate a final attempt.
Word Breakdown
once
one time
rootmore
additional
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