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The phrase "can only happen" is correct and commonly used in written English.
It can be used to express that something is the sole or most likely outcome or possibility in a situation. Example: Winning the lottery can only happen if you buy a ticket.
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It can only happen in China".
"This can only happen once," she said.
That can only happen once.
Love can only happen between conscious individuals.
The experience of it can only happen in space".
It can only happen in the Far East, it can only happen in Europe, it can happen in America.
"A party can only happen for so long," he said.
That can only happen through a direct meeting".
Some things can only happen in San Francisco.
But this can only happen when you're used judiciously.
It can only happen when more meaningful work is done.
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