first-time
adjective
1
: doing something for the first time
first-time homebuyers
a first-time visitor
a first-time author
2
: done for the first time
The punishment for a first-time offense of this kind is a fine.
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They have been drawn in a group with West Indies, Bangladesh, Nepal and first-time qualifiers Italy and will play their matches in Mumbai (Wankhede Stadium) and Kolkata (Eden Gardens).
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Tim Spiers, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
According to Amex, what unites these destinations is a desire for meaningful travel—whether through first-time adventures, cultural immersion, or settings that balance relaxation with a strong sense of place.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2026
The former UConn women’s basketball star is captaining the youngest team in the 3-on-3 league this year, which features four first-time Unrivaled players with an average age of just 24 years old.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2026
Puentes, a first-time offender who cooperated with authorities and pleaded guilty, was sentenced to 30 years in prison.
—Kevin Krause, Dallas Morning News, 6 Jan. 2026
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Tim Spiers, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
According to Amex, what unites these destinations is a desire for meaningful travel—whether through first-time adventures, cultural immersion, or settings that balance relaxation with a strong sense of place.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2026
The former UConn women’s basketball star is captaining the youngest team in the 3-on-3 league this year, which features four first-time Unrivaled players with an average age of just 24 years old.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2026
Puentes, a first-time offender who cooperated with authorities and pleaded guilty, was sentenced to 30 years in prison.
—Kevin Krause, Dallas Morning News, 6 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for first-time
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“First-time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/first-time. Accessed 7 Jan. 2026.
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