first prize

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Amy Madigan win supporting actress, the night’s first prize — I am so happy!!

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

A total of 128 players are competing in the World Championship, up from 96 last year, for an increased first prize of £1m.

From BBC • Dec. 11, 2025

Sundowns were runners-up to Egyptian side Pyramids in the premier African club competition last season and once again rank among the favourite to pocket the $4 million first prize.

From Barron's • Oct. 19, 2025

The show claimed its first prize for directing for a variety series last Sunday.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 14, 2025

Everyone started clapping, and Dad jumped up and raised the waiter’s hand above his head as if he’d won first prize.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls