first run
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of first run
First recorded in 1910–15
Example Sentences
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Rashford's first run ended with him conceding a foul, but it wasn't long before a brilliant piece of play by the corner flag took him past an opponent.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
It was the Dodgers’ first run during a 9-5 win and Rushing’s first hit in more than two weeks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
In 2022, he launched his first run for governor with a television ad explaining that he always makes it home on Friday to celebrate Shabbat dinner with his family.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
Hamilton made a mistake on his first run in Q3, locking a brake at Turn Three, and had to abort the lap.
From BBC ● Jun. 27, 2026
Many of the animals behind him were swift ones; it was the first run they had ever taken in their lives and they were all longing to use their new muscles.
From "The Magician's Nephew" by C. S. Lewis
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