prima
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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His eldest sister Moneesha was a concert pianist; his sister Pamela a prima ballerina; and the youngest, Bunny, a regular voice on All India Radio.
From BBC ● Apr. 17, 2026
Under Batson, the first step asks whether the defendant has made a prima facie showing of discrimination.
From Slate ● Apr. 10, 2026
The story is completely absurd, filled with plot holes and characters as thin as a prima ballerina.
From Salon ● Mar. 29, 2026
“The ignition of the Saddleridge Fire by SCE’s power and transmission lines and equipment is prima facie evidence of SCE’s negligence,” states the complaint, which was filed by acting U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2025
“We have no openings in the corps de ballet, mademoiselle. Or among the principal dancers either, unless you are a prima ballerina assoluta, which, no offense, I think you are not.”
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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