One, etc. in a million

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Used to express that someone or something is extremely rare or unique.

Her caring nature truly makes her one in a million
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Often appears as...

  • that person is one in a million
  • this opportunity is one in a million

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Idiomatic

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Positive Emphasis

Indicates special admiration or praise for someone or something exceptional.

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His dedication to his work is one in a million; he's truly unparalleled.
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Emotional Impact

Often used to express strong affection or to compliment someone dear to you.

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To me, you're one in a million; there's no one else like you.
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Not Literal

It's a figure of speech, not a real statistic; signals uniqueness beyond measure.

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A friend like her is one in a million; it's not like I meet people like her every day.
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