Once upon a time, two friends met in a magical forest.

Meaning: This sentence introduces a story about two friends who met in a special and fantastical forest.

Choice of Words: Once is used to indicate that something happened in the past, but the exact time is not important. Upon a time is an expression that is often used in stories to introduce a setting or event that is not real or historical. Magical means having or using magic or enchantment.

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