first off
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
It feels really relieving because, first off, I didn’t know if I would be able to come before Steve Carell paid for us and stuff, so I’m really grateful that happened.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 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
“Well, first off, we will get caught,” I said.
From "Paper Towns" by John Green
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