first thing

ADVERB

first off

Synonyms

WEAK

first of all firstly foremost immediately in the first place primo up front

Example Sentences

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The first thing she noticed was busier streets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Remember the first thing Arte Moreno did as Angels owner?

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

According to one choreographer to the stars, the best move is "often the first thing that comes out".

From BBC • May 29, 2026

The first thing to learn about Makerfield is it isn't actually a place.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Okay, that was the first thing I needed to erase from my brain.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows