first things first
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But first things first: It needs to catch up to the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
It’s first things first for the Rams, who are singularly focused on upsetting the Eagles on Sunday, with Philadelphia favored by six points at home.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 14, 2025
For me, being one of the co-community members and founders of Black Pride Colorado I love community, first things first.
From Salon ● Jul. 4, 2024
And, first things first, thank you for doing this.
From New York Times ● Apr. 3, 2024
But first things first: Sancho went to the stables to take care of his donkey.
From "Adventures of Don Quixote" by Argentina Palacios
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