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/ɔns əˈgeɪn/ · once a gen
adverb
  1. used to indicate repetition I tried to fix the bike, but it broke down once again.
  2. used to indicate a return to a previous situation The company is facing financial difficulties once again due to poor management.
idiom
  1. used to express regret or disappointment I'm so sorry I missed your birthday once again, I'll make it up to you next year.
Did you know? The phrase 'once again' has been used in various forms of literature, including Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' and 'Romeo and Juliet'.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026