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Definitions

first off

ADVERB
before anything else
Synonyms
WEAK
first of all first thing firstly foremost immediately in the first place primo up front

Example Sentences

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Well, first off, isn’t it crazy that both of them made the top 10?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

The UK was first off the blocks, perhaps inevitably.

From BBC • Jul. 31, 2025

Well, I would like to say first off, that science is and should be for absolutely everyone, regardless of your political affiliation.

From Salon • Oct. 8, 2024

“I need to first off try to be out there for training camp. Get as many reps as I can with the guys,” he said.

From Seattle Times • May 7, 2024

I didn’t miss having a daddy because first off there was Mr. Frank.

From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison

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