as in selected
singled out from a number or group as more to one's liking
surgery is usually not considered a first-line treatment for this type of cancer
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Recent Examples of first-line
This slows down the progression of kidney disease and is typically used as a first-line treatment.
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David Hampton, Verywell Health, 27 Aug. 2025
But my can’t-miss here is Ma Poule Mouillée -- Portuguese chicken on top of poutine is a first-line NHL meal.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2025
During his first two years in Atlanta, Neuzil earned his keep as a scout-team player, holding the weighted bag that the first-line offensive linemen used to take practice reps.
—Josh Kendall, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
They are considered the first-line medications for treating depression in pregnancy, with approximately 5% to 6% of North American women taking an SSRI during pregnancy.
—Andrew Novick, The Conversation, 31 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for first-line
David Hampton, Verywell Health, 27 Aug. 2025
But my can’t-miss here is Ma Poule Mouillée -- Portuguese chicken on top of poutine is a first-line NHL meal.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2025
During his first two years in Atlanta, Neuzil earned his keep as a scout-team player, holding the weighted bag that the first-line offensive linemen used to take practice reps.
—Josh Kendall, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
They are considered the first-line medications for treating depression in pregnancy, with approximately 5% to 6% of North American women taking an SSRI during pregnancy.
—Andrew Novick, The Conversation, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for first-line
Adjective
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Lauren James, England’s most explosive attacking player, was a doubt to be among the selected 23 because of a hamstring injury.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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The selected artist will receive $1,700-$2,125 a month for the 17- to 18-week program, plus a stipend for art supplies.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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The corporations’ participation was originally limited to a select set of crops, such as tomatoes.—
Max Blau,
ProPublica,
16 Sep. 2025
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Several internet companies offer fiber-optic service in select regions.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Batons, sticks, pipes, and small arms are among their favorite weapons.—
Sean Durns,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Style it with a mini skirt and boots, biker shorts and sneakers, or your favorite jeans and T-shirt.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The fourth season will be played from June 18-July 18, 2026, the preferred slot in the calendar for MLC with not much competition from other domestic leagues.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Add PCMag as a preferred source on Google.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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During September, the main development region is the favored area for tropical development.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Strategically, the demise of America’s Soviet rival led to the creation of a unipolar world in which the U.S. faced fewer geopolitical constraints in promoting its favored political model.—
Time,
Time,
3 Sep. 2025
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“First-line.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/first-line. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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