One-off

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A one-off is something made or occurring only once, independently of any particular pattern. [1] First used in 1934, [2] this term is employed to differentiate singular items from those in a series: e.g. "the Lincoln Futura was a one-off".

The one-off standalone television special for BBC Two, Cunk's Quest for Meaning, stars Diane Morgan portraying Philomena Cunk. [3]

Christmas specials are one-off. [4]

References

  1. Cordelia Hebblethwaite (27 September 2012). "Britishisms and the Britishisation of American English". BBC News Online .
  2. "Definition of ONE-OFF". Merriam-Webster . 24 November 2023.
  3. "BBC Comedy sends Cunk on a quest for meaning". www.bbc.co.uk . Feb 5, 2024. Retrieved 1 May 2025.
  4. "BBC confirms Motherland spin-off and makes cast announcement". aol.com . 11 January 2025. Retrieved 1 May 2025.