first step

NOUN

debut

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appearance beginning inauguration introduction launching opener presentation

STRONG

admission bow entrance entree entrée graduating graduation incoming initiation

WEAK

coming out coming out party

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conclusion end ending finish

WEAK

closing finale

NOUN

foot in the door

Synonyms

WEAK

access means of access opening wedge point of entry

NOUN

start

Synonyms

STRONGEST

beginning dawn kickoff opening outset

STRONG

birth commencement countdown dawning derivation embarkation foundation inauguration inception initiation introduction leaving onset origin source spring takeoff

WEAK

alpha arrival coming day one flying start jump-off running start setting-out square one start-off

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conclusion end ending finish

STRONG

close completion consequence death effect exit outgrowth result termination

WEAK

stop

Example Sentences

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Defining the shortfall was the first step taken by the so-called Greenspan Commission when it began its deliberations to restore balance to Social Security in 1982.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

As many an ex-evangelical can tell you, direct exposure to what the Bible actually says is often the first step to walking away from Christian fundamentalism altogether.

From Salon • Jul. 1, 2026

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun welcomed the unpublished framework as a "first step" toward civilians returning home "under the sovereignty of the Lebanese state."

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun said the framework was a first step to restoring sovereignty.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

“Dissatisfaction is the first step on the road to greatness.”

From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon

first step

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