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
Therefore, using an enema as a first-line treatment for all types of constipation would be sort of like using an axe to cut a piece of cake.
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Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
Nikolaj Ehlers, Carolina Hurricanes Contract: $8.5 million x six years
There were only three first-line caliber forwards who changed teams this summer: Marner, JJ Peterka and Nikolaj Ehlers.
—Harman Dayal, New York Times, 11 July 2025
Our groundbreaking studies have challenged conventional wisdom about ADHD treatment, demonstrating that behavioral interventions should be the first-line approach, with medication considered secondarily if needed — an approach that proves both more effective and more cost-efficient.
—Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
Even most homeopathic practitioners support vaccination, and Faculty of Homeopathy explicitly recommends vaccines as first-line protection.
—Tim Ryan, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
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Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
Nikolaj Ehlers, Carolina Hurricanes Contract: $8.5 million x six years
There were only three first-line caliber forwards who changed teams this summer: Marner, JJ Peterka and Nikolaj Ehlers.
—Harman Dayal, New York Times, 11 July 2025
Our groundbreaking studies have challenged conventional wisdom about ADHD treatment, demonstrating that behavioral interventions should be the first-line approach, with medication considered secondarily if needed — an approach that proves both more effective and more cost-efficient.
—Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
Even most homeopathic practitioners support vaccination, and Faculty of Homeopathy explicitly recommends vaccines as first-line protection.
—Tim Ryan, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for first-line
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On selected nights, the show will be accompanied with fireworks.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
16 May 2025
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The selected artist will receive $1,700-$2,125 a month, plus a stipend for art supplies.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
11 May 2025
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The service has a flat rate of $6.90 and remains limited to an invitation-only group of early users. MORE: Tesla robotaxis begin rolling in Austin, but only for a select few Tesla recently expanded the program’s service area and plans to do so again in the coming weeks, Musk said.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Location matters, and high-quality olivine reserves are concentrated in select regions, most notably Albania and Norway; other countries hold some reserves, including Turkey, Greece, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Finland, Austria, China, South Africa and Mexico.—
Sahit Muja,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
27 July 2025
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With more than 100 breweries in the state, you’re nearly guaranteed to find your favorite style around Portland.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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They are filled with a gel fiber that supports the head and neck, regardless of your preferred resting position.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
People.com,
29 July 2025
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Look for a mattress that supports your teen’s preferred sleep position—like side sleeping—and provides plenty of support.—
Nina Derwin,
Architectural Digest,
29 July 2025
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Recent data from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) shows that even amid the Trump administration's assault on climate action, solar (often paired with battery storage) remains the favored way to add power as electricity demand rises.—
Jeff Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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But can’t argue the bottom line: A bona fide, world-class championship match in favored reigning European king Paris Saint-Germain vs. English power Chelsea.—
Greg Cote
July 13,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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“First-line.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/first-line. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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