at first
Example Sentences
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As logical as this might seem at first blush, it could ultimately prove to be misguided, according to one top Wall Street strategist.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
It was an annoyance at first - then these clubs moved past the supposed five-game limit for selection.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
He had a diving catch at first base on a line drive from Tronstein in the seventh.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
“I was so stunned that at first it did not seem real and the only way to deal with it was to practice.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
“It’s overwhelming at first, but you’re a really good teacher.”
From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows
