first thing
Example Sentences
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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
