first thing
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
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