look out for number one
Example Sentences
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First: the let-alone policy; every man to look out for number one.
From Have faith in Massachusetts; 2d ed. A Collection of Speeches and Messages by Coolidge, Calvin
A man must look out for number one.
From Quiet Talks on Service by Gordon, S. D. (Samuel Dickey)
"If I were you, I'd look out for number one."
From Calvary Alley by Rice, Alice Caldwell Hegan
“Trust Len Schlager to look out for number one first, an’ be sheriff afterward,” observed some one else.
From The Secret of Lonesome Cove by Adams, Samuel Hopkins
"I'm goin' to look out for number one," said Tom, shrugging his shoulders.
From Helping Himself by Alger, Horatio
