right off the bat

Example Sentences

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So right off the bat, this Saver’s Match system is asking for a higher buy-in from lower-income workers.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

“I felt like if I told her right off the bat it would cause unnecessary stress on both of us,” Gaull said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

So, be sure to check your state’s rules and ask about the provider’s policy right off the bat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

I like the idea of addressing that elephant in the room right off the bat, because I really want to do a show for everybody.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2025

Some people you got right off the bat.

From "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Saenz