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The ex-Hill editor thought the acquisition seemed fitting at first, since the newspaper also aimed for objective, center-leaning D.C. journalism.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

The highest he has batted is number three - the century against Notts two weeks ago came at first drop.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

You don’t need fireworks or an angelic choir singing at first glance.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Having made 15, Martin Andersson wafted uncharacteristically loosely outside the off stump and edged a catch to Jones at first slip.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

She smiled at the gold at first, and the glittering skeins piled around her feet, like a golden pool.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff