come in first

Example Sentences

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My Meyer lemons have come in first this year, and I love the sweeter, less acidic lemon flavor they impart to this recipe.

From Salon • Nov. 12, 2022

Now, opinion polls indicate it could come in first place in September and capture as much as 24% support, just ahead of the center-left Democrat Party led by former Premier Enrico Letta.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 15, 2022

“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

Call-center and operations workers will be expected to come in first, followed by corporate and support staff in November.

From New York Times • Aug. 5, 2021

I could hardly believe it, but Malka- e-Noor had come in first the previous term.

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