come in first

Example Sentences

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We have a sour lemon and a Meyer lemon, two satsumas, a lime and a grapefruit tree in our backyard, but the satsumas come in first, with the rest following into December.

From Salon • Nov. 2, 2023

Parsons got five first-place votes and was picked on all nine ballots to come in first ahead of 2022 Defensive Player of the Year Nick Bosa.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 1, 2023

“Last year I didn’t make this. I didn’t come in first place, but the feeling is amazing.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2022

It may not have been as exciting as a photo finish, but winning after an extended video review was certainly a novel way to come in first.

From Slate • May 4, 2019

I asked for help with my exams, or help to come in first in the class.

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai