First Day
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of First Day
First recorded in 1645–55
Example Sentences
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Appeared in the April 9, 2026, print edition as 'Cease-Fire Teeters on Its First Day'.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
The ILWU, which has over 4,000 members across United States and Canada, said it will file customary "First Day" motions with the court to maintain its cash management system as part of its reorganization process.
From Reuters ● Oct. 1, 2023
On Sunday, tens of thousands of people are expected to take part in First Day Hikes at hundreds of parks in all 50 states.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 31, 2022
First Day Hikes are held in state and local parks across the country on Jan. 1, with many options in Maryland and Virginia.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 29, 2022
None of us knew jack on First Day, you neither.
From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner
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