For the first time
Example: She visited the museum for the first time yesterday.
Definition
"For the first time" is an expression used to indicate that an action or event is happening initially or has never occurred before. For example, when someone experiences or does something new, it is said to be "for the first time."
Etymology
The phrase "for the first time" originates from the Old English word "fyrst," meaning 'first' or 'foremost.' It combines the preposition "for" with "the first time" to emphasize the initial occurrence of an event. Did you know? This phrase has been used in English for centuries to mark new beginnings or experiences.
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"For the first time" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (A2) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used expressions.
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