be first
Example Sentences
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“In 10 years, everybody’s going to do this. California should just be first, because we’re the technology hub of the world,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
"We want to influence government, I'm not going to be first minister on the eighth of May."
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
The textile sector -- one of the country's largest exporters -- will be first in line to feel the pain from a prolonged energy shock, the official added.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
Those vessels stuck in the Gulf and those waiting to enter the strait will be first.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
They seemed afraid they’d stop being boys altogether if they couldn’t be first at everything.
From "Miracles on Maple Hill" by Virginia Sorensen
