first-hand

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European visitors are learning first-hand exactly how dreadful American public transit is, and what actual hot weather feels like.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Despite not having seen her practice first-hand, Venus Williams is not worried about how Serena will play at the upcoming competitions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Hughes saw first-hand how toxic the home atmosphere was when he attended Liverpool's 1-1 draw against Chelsea in May.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Kate, as she is widely known, is looking forward to "seeing first-hand how the Reggio Emilia approach creates environments where nature and loving human relationships come together".

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

“In case,” he said, “the excellent Mrs. Hubbard should take it into her head to acquire first-hand details of the crime to write to her daughter.”

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie