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The phrase "arrival of a first" is not standard and may be unclear in written English.
It could be used in contexts discussing the first occurrence of an event or item, but it requires additional context for clarity.
Example: "The arrival of a first in the industry often sets the stage for future innovations."
Alternatives: "introduction of a first" or "debut of a first".
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He called for the speedy arrival of a first wave of unarmed observers to monitor implementation of his plan, to be followed by a second wave.
Researchers argued that this could be justified because the arrival of a first child tended to have the biggest impact on family finances, and said the move could save about £1bn over the course of a parliament.
Still, it was great effort by Fisher, not least because has spent the weeks since the Open coping with the sleep-deprived chaos that comes with the arrival of a first born.
If you're equipped, the thinking goes, you are by definition prepared, and given that there's no life event for which we feel more flailingly unprepared than the arrival of a first baby, logic dictates that the best form of preparation is a commensurately large shopping expedition.
"The arrival of a first child is a happy event in any parent's life and I, along with many others in Scotland and across the UK, was delighted to hear the new baby is healthy and well.
"The arrival of a first child is a very special time and we send our very best wishes to The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge - and indeed to all couples who have become proud parents on this very special day".
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Her photographs document an evolving friendship, ending with the arrival of a second, new doll.
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The arrival of a second child might prompt families to look for larger apartments.
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