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Discover LudwigThe phrase "first-come, first-served" is correct and usable in written English
It is typically used to indicate that services or items will be provided to those who arrive first. Example: "The tickets are limited, so it's first-come, first-served for those who want to attend the concert."
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Many seats are first-come, first-served.
Sites are first-come, first-served.
"I like the first-come, first-served system," she said.
Admission is first-come, first-served.
Reservations suggested for lunch; dinner first-come, first-served.
Flights are first-come, first-served; kids and pets welcome.
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Seating is limited and first-come first served.
Others have a first-come-first-served approach.
Frankies operates on a first-come-first-served basis.
Entry is free and is first-come-first-served.
Access will be on a first-come-first-served basis.
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