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此书一经问世，不胫而走。

As soon as it was published, the book had a big circulation.

错误一经发觉，就应改正。

Mistakes should be corrected as soon as they are detected.

一经答应，就别翻悔。

Once you've given your word, don't try to back out.

科场舞弊是历朝历代都严厉打击的行为，一经发现就可能是死罪。

Cheatings in the imperial examinations was severely punished during each dynasty. Once found out, the cheater would probably be sentenced to death.

作弊抄袭的事情一经暴露，立刻使他名誉扫地。

The disclosure of cheating, and plagiary discredited him thoroughly.

一经披览便知大意。

稿件一经录用，酌付稿酬。

双方矛盾，一经挑明，乃是一场误会。

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