firstly

adverb

first·​ly ˈfərst-lē How to pronounce firstly (audio)
: in the first place : first

Examples of firstly in a Sentence

firstly, gather all the ingredients together
Recent Examples on the Web Julio Hernandez, head of global customer centre of excellence, told Fortune that companies need to firstly ensure their commitments are both authentic and align with the values of customers. Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 23 June 2024 So many wonderful and talented people have been involved in the making of ‘Vera’ across all the series, but none of us would be here without two incredible women: firstly, the absolutely extraordinary talent of the inimitable Brenda Blethyn. Ellise Shafer, Variety, 22 Apr. 2024 Its success leads her to rebel, firstly through passionate love affairs with women and then by reclaiming her authorship. Radhika Seth, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2024 There are of course many differences from last year, firstly Arsenal is not the runaway leader and this time around there are two rivals in the form of Manchester City and Liverpool to contend with. Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for firstly 

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of firstly was in the 15th century

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“Firstly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/firstly. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.

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firstly

adverb
first·​ly ˈfərst-lē How to pronounce firstly (audio)
: in the first place

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