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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a first member of" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to the initial or primary member of a group or category.
Example: "In our study, we identified a first member of the species that exhibited unique behavioral traits."
Alternatives: "the primary member of" or "the initial member of".
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However, in 1961 a Verticillium was isolated from wilted horseradish as a first member of the crucifer family of Brassicaceae (Stark 1961).
Decker et al. (2012) very recently discovered EH3 (aBHD9), a first member of a new epoxide hydrolase family with high activity for fatty acid epoxides.
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A fourth member of the group received 13 years.
A third member of the National Guard died after surgery.
A fourth member of the group received thirteen years.
A third member of the team scooped $275,000.
A second member of the group reportedly died in 1950.
A fifth member of the cluster was identified 10km away.
A third member of the group was released after an appeal hearing this month.
A fourth member of the family, a cousin, is also on the squad.
A fourth member of the group received a 13-year sentence.
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