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(of a person) coming or acting before any other person
- He was the first person to climb the mountain.
- She became the first woman to win the award.
- The first student to submit the assignment gets extra credit.
- She was his first wife.
- She is the first runner to cross the finish line.
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not happened, made, or experienced before now
- The first flight of the new aircraft went off without any issues.
- Her first day at the new job was filled with excitement and nerves.
- His first performance on stage launched him into a successful acting career.
- His first attempt at baking a cake turned out better than expected.
- She delivered her first presentation at the company meeting, sparking a new direction for the project.
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taking priority over all others
- The safety of the passengers is the pilot's first priority during a flight.
- The company's first goal is to improve customer satisfaction through better service.
- His first concern was ensuring the safety of everyone involved in the project.
- My first responsibility at work is to meet the project deadlines.
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referring to a title or position indicating that someone holds a high rank or authority within an organization or group
- The first officer on the flight assisted the captain in managing the plane.
- As the first mate, he was responsible for helping the ship’s captain navigate through the storm.
- The company promoted her to first vice president after years of dedicated service.
- The first lieutenant gave orders to the rest of the platoon during the mission.
- The first sergeant handled all the administrative tasks and discipline within the unit.
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(of musicians or singers) referring to the highest or leading part in a group
- She proudly sang first soprano during the choir’s performance at the concert hall.
- The first violinist plays a crucial role in leading the orchestra during performances.
- Unusually, the first altos were given the melody in this particular arrangement of the song.
- He has earned a reputation as the best first trumpet player in the entire orchestra.
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