in the first place — used to introduce the first point in an argument or explanation; originally or from the beginning
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: used to introduce the first point in an argument or explanation; originally or from the beginning
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ðə ˈfɜːrst pleɪs/
Example Sentences
- In the first place, why did you buy a pet dragon without asking me?
- I wouldn't have eaten that suspicious sushi in the first place if I knew it would make me sick.
- In the first place, we need to discuss the budget, and in the second place, we need to find volunteers.
in the first place
ADVERB[/ɪn ðə ˈfɜːrst pleɪs/]
used to introduce the first point in an argument or explanation; originally or from the beginning
used to introduce the first point in an argument or explanation; originally or from the beginning
In the first place, we examine this face in the case!
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“In the first place, why did you buy a pet dragon without asking me?”
“I wouldn't have eaten that suspicious sushi in the first place if I knew it would make me sick.”
“In the first place, we need to discuss the budget, and in the second place, we need to find volunteers.”
“You shouldn't have challenged a professional wrestler to an arm wrestling match in the first place!”
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