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The phrase 'At first, I thought' is correct and commonly used in written English
It is typically used to introduce a thought or idea that has since changed or evolved. Example: At first, I thought the project would be completed within a week, but as I delved deeper into the details, I realized it would take much longer than anticipated.
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At first, I thought: Mom.
At first I thought, "Wow!
At first, I thought it was me.
"At first I thought they were kidding".
At first I thought I should wait.
At first, I thought this was expensive.
At first I thought OMG!
At first I thought, great!
"At first I thought, I'll be fine".
At first I thought I was alone.
At first, I thought they were minks.
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