at first
Example Sentences
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Lots of her old friends showed concern at first, then went on with their lives.
From Los Angeles Times
Wilson insisted that he wants kids to have “emotional control” to prevent living in a “clown world,” a point that makes sense at first glance.
From Salon
Under the offer, Magnetic shareholders will get A$1.40 in cash and 0.0873 share in Genesis for each share that they own.”At first glance, this looks like attractive bolt-on when considering the price paid,” analyst Paul Kaner said.
At first, Clint Bentley wasn’t sure if Adolpho Veloso would relate to “Train Dreams,” an adaptation of Denis Johnson’s 2011 novella.
From Los Angeles Times
Sarah said: "I was calling it love at first sight and trying to do everything to make sure Malcolm felt the same, but I didn't have to work that hard."
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
