first-order
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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The first-order winners may not be the flashiest robot brands.
From MarketWatch ● May 27, 2026
That rationale relies on a first-order analysis that ignores the structural realities of modern, interconnected supply chains.
From Barron's ● May 22, 2026
Honda's first-order issue is a severe vibration from the engine that has been leading to failures in the battery.
From BBC ● Mar. 25, 2026
Federal Reserve governor Stephen Miran said the dollar would need to register steeper fall than it already has for it to become a first-order issue that would affect consumer inflation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 9, 2026
A first-order issue is how can we augment or improve the use of existing military capability should it be required.
From Shock and Awe — Achieving Rapid Dominance by James P. Wade
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