be first
Example Sentences
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Reece James will be first choice right-back, but has had hamstring troubles again recently, while Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly can occupy the left while offering versatility.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
“In 10 years, everybody’s going to do this. California should just be first, because we’re the technology hub of the world,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
“Virtually nothing” for the latest project will be first of a kind, said Mike Laufer, CEO of Kairos.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
The textile sector -- one of the country's largest exporters -- will be first in line to feel the pain from a prolonged energy shock, the official added.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
One of us will be first; the other, second.
From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
