first-time
adjective
1
: doing something for the first time
first-time homebuyers
a first-time visitor
a first-time author
2
: done for the first time
The punishment for a first-time offense of this kind is a fine.
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Violating the federal law can lead to felony charges, with fines up to $20,000 for first-time offenders and up to two years in prison.
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Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2025
An example of that synergy is a showcase of seven films from first-time directors screening at this year’s festival that emerged from a pitching session at last year’s JBX.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
The Problem With Baby Gear From car seats to cribs, every decision—especially for first-time parents—feels like a major one.
—Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
The money would be used to incentivize localities to cut regulations that impede building, and would go to first-time homebuyers, among other things.
—Emily Peck, Axios, 11 Mar. 2025
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Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2025
An example of that synergy is a showcase of seven films from first-time directors screening at this year’s festival that emerged from a pitching session at last year’s JBX.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
The Problem With Baby Gear From car seats to cribs, every decision—especially for first-time parents—feels like a major one.
—Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
The money would be used to incentivize localities to cut regulations that impede building, and would go to first-time homebuyers, among other things.
—Emily Peck, Axios, 11 Mar. 2025
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“First-time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/first-time. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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