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The photographs are the first thing Prahlod Thakur sees when he wakes up.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

What’s the first thing you do to figure him out?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 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 I say to interns is, “We’re not doing neurosurgery here, but the smartest thing you could do is build relationships, connect with people.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

“If we go to trial, the first thing I’ll do is insist you remove yourself from the case.”

From "City Spies" by James Ponti




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