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Discover LudwigThe phrase "he was first" is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
It is most commonly used to indicate that someone was in the top position or achieved something before anyone else. Example: In the race, John crossed the finish line first, earning himself the championship title. He was first among all the competitors.
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He was first reported dead.
He was first and last an artist.
He was, first of all, a fighter".
He was first off the bridle today".
He was first shot in the chest.
He was first suspended and then fired.
"He was first," Mr. Gregory said.
He was first knighted (KCB) in 1942.
He was first Earl of Salisbury.
He was first elected in 1994.
He was first elected sheriff in 1993.
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