first and foremost
phrase
: at the most basic level
He is first and foremost a teacher.
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But the obstacles blocking James from joining the Wolves are, regrettably, manifold — money being the first and foremost.
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Anthony Bettin,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
There’s a lot worth unpacking here, but first and foremost, this is a clear signal Clark is still deeply involved in Vancouver’s evaluation process at the very least.
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Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
28 June 2026
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Anthony Bettin,
CBS News,
1 July 2026
There’s a lot worth unpacking here, but first and foremost, this is a clear signal Clark is still deeply involved in Vancouver’s evaluation process at the very least.
—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
28 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for first and foremost
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“First and foremost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/first%20and%20foremost. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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