The chance, etc. of a lifetime

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An opportunity that is very rare and unlikely to happen again in one's lifetime.

When I was offered a role in a Broadway musical, I knew it was the chance of a lifetime.
Visual representation of "the chance, etc. of a lifetime" - An opportunity that is very rare and unlikely to happen again in one's lifetime.

Often appears as...

  • take the chance of a lifetime
  • miss the chance of a lifetime

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Emotional Weight

This phrase often carries excitement and significance; it's used for opportunities that feel destiny-changing.

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Winning the scholarship was the chance of a lifetime, setting his future in motion.
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Not Exaggeration

Use this phrase for truly exceptional situations, not common or minor opportunities.

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Meeting the renowned author for a mentorship was the chance of a lifetime, not just a regular event.
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Serious Tone

This phrase is serious and may not suit light-hearted contexts; it implies a significant impact on life.

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Being selected as the astronaut for the Mars mission felt like the chance of a lifetime.
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