Sentence examples for first preferably from inspiring English sources

Head first, preferably.

They want their party to be the first, preferably the only, party of the French left.

But it also said those governments would have to ask for it first, preferably saying pretty please, with sugar on top.

Since the Indian Mujahedeen is reported to have taken credit for these attacks, the moderate Muslim leaders must make their voices heard -- be the first (preferably beat Pakistan) to issue press statements condemning these acts and express an interest in speeding up what's left of Kasab's trial.

Ask a teacher or school administrator for permission first, preferably one who teaches language arts or computer science.

It is good to know what stores you need to hit first, preferably the one with the most important items or gifts on your list.

Most players play about 15 minutes a game, subbing in and out, five at a time, like hockey lines; the offense tries to shoot in under 12 seconds, preferably a 3-pointer; and the pressing defense tries to get the ball back in 12 seconds, too, preferably by a steal and, if need be, by conceding a layup.

WASHINGTON — It is a maxim in Congress these days: If high-profile legislation affecting millions of Americans is about to expire, deal with it at the last possible second, preferably with rancor.

Give us some real technology news, before May the seventh preferably.

The Dissertation Special is meant to help define students' dissertation plans, the Open Special to help develop depth in a second, preferably unrelated, area.

If you feel you can't talk because your lungs are constantly at full capacity, pause for a few seconds (preferably at the end of a sentence) and take a calm, slow breath out.