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What does once in a blue moon mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word once in a blue moon? Here's what it means.

Adverb
  1. (idiomatic) Very rarely; very infrequently.
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You could forgive him for a snit here, a tantrum there, an errant expletive in front of an impressionable young fan once in a blue moon.
He hardly ever went outside except to get the newspaper and, once in a blue moon, mow the lawn, and so his skin was milk-white and blue-veined.
Even if you only need your torch once in a blue moon, the EVERLight will be a true companion for ever.
He was the guy who came along once in a blue moon to save the country.
If Nadine only enjoys fry-ups and mash once in a blue moon and the rest of the time she follows a strict diet then she should say so.
You know that song that comes along once in a blue moon and takes your breath, and steals your heart, away?

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