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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a first place" is correct and can be used in written English.
It is typically used to indicate a ranking or position in a sequence or competition. Example: "I came in first place in the race!" In this sentence, "first place" refers to the top ranking or position in the race. Another example: "She won first place in the science fair for her project on renewable energy." In this sentence, "first place" indicates the top position or ranking in the science fair competition.
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"I was able to experience a first place in my lifetime.
An advertising executive who won numerous awards including a first place CLIO.
A 35-year-old horse, Music Mellow, took a first place at the Smithtown show.
A first place in a talent contest won her free lessons in voice, dance and drama.
At the Head of the Charles, a poorly made turn or single buoy violation can cost a first place medal.
She has been awarded an NSF graduate research fellowship and a first place award in the ACM Student Research Competition.
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A first-place tie was just three outs away.
"That's a first-place team," Howe said of the Braves.
Kwan received a first-place ranking from all nine judges.
The company won a first-place award and $10,000 in the state competition.
"But it is a great opportunity for Derrek to join a first-place club".
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