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first choice

NOUN
front runner
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He was promoted to England's number one spinner despite not being the first choice at Somerset and has taken 68 wickets in his 19 Tests.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

His first choice of prime minister was also dismissed by the courts on a seemingly trivial pretext.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Applicants worry that if they don’t switch, UChicago will think the school isn’t their first choice and reject them.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

A UChicago spokesperson said the high yield rates there reflect the many students who consider the school their first choice.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Donkeyberry got first choice of food, and she was the one who decided when the others would move.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer




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