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Prior to the Ashes he had not played Test cricket for 15 months, firstly because of an elbow injury, followed by the knee problem.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

We'll come on to that very shortly, but let's firstly talk about your first memory of playing football.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

"I mean, firstly, we're very sympathetic towards Bangladeshi players, but we still massively believe that we should be here." veteran left-armer Watt told reporters.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

He will return to the store in a paid role next year but is firstly working a few hours a week at his local Asda.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2025

She repeated the gesture, this time pointing firstly at him, then at herself, then at the ceiling.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling