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first-termer

American

[furst-tur-mer] / ˈfɜrstˈtɜr mər /

noun

a person serving a first term, for example, as a member of the U.S. Congress.

Etymology

Origin of first-termer

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90; first term + -er ¹

Example Sentences

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The Senate seat up for vote is held by Georgia’s junior senator, first-termer David Perdue.

From Washington Times • Nov. 28, 2018

Still another first-termer, Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida, is widely believed to be preparing a presidential bid.

From US News • Mar. 23, 2015

At 41, the Cuban American first-termer is savvy about social media, is conversant in rap music and pop culture, and has worried publicly about the difficulties of balancing work and fatherhood.

From Washington Post • Feb. 13, 2013

So has Governor Rick Scott, a first-termer whose own popularity has slid in opinion polls since his 2010 election.

From BusinessWeek • Jan. 23, 2012

He said he'd add a second elected slot to his leadership team for a first-termer and a third to a powerful panel that doles out committee assignments.

From Time • Nov. 19, 2010

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