first choice

Example Sentences

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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

The chances of him ousting Senne Lammens as Manchester United's first choice appear slim.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

He was succeeded on the mound by Tanner Scott, whom manager Dave Roberts had said before the game might be the first choice in a save situation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

We knew we would be Iran’s first choice of targets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 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