first choice
Example Sentences
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Former Maine CDC director Nirav Shah also urged voters to consider ranking him second if he was not their first choice.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
Under Maine’s system, candidates compete to be the first choice, but must also appeal to all voters as a viable second choice.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
Ideally they would like to make two, or possibly three, signings in that area - although it appears first choice Elliot Anderson would prefer to join Manchester City.
From BBC • May 27, 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
A library wouldn’t have been Percy’s first choice for someplace to visit.
From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan
