FIRSTHAND Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

firsthand

adjective

ˈfərst-ˈhand

Definition of firsthand

as in primary

done or working without something else coming in between had firsthand knowledge of the events of that evening

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Recent Examples of firsthand While getting firsthand information from inside Russia can be daunting, reports of long lines and high costs for fuel are growing. — Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 30 July 2026 Highlights include a three-course dinner, live music and silent and live auction emceed by Clint Bell along with firsthand stories told by veterans the nonprofit has helped. — Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 July 2026 In recent years, Montana has also had his own firsthand experiences with Hollywood. — Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 30 July 2026 On a Reddit forum dedicated to travel in Greece, users shared concerns and firsthand accounts of evacuations as the wildfire spread across Paros. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for firsthand

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Adjective

Voters across Connecticut are heading to the polls on Tuesday to vote for key primary races including governor and House seats.

— ABC NEWS, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
Learn more about voter resources and details about key races in the WCCO 2026 primary election guide.

— Esme Murphy, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of primary

Adjective

For maximum flowering, select a growing location with rich, well-draining soil that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026
Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei had again poured cold water on the notion of direct negotiations with the United States.

— Mike Sheen, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026