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Definition first and foremost in American English

first and foremost phrase

phrase
1

used for emphasizing the main point or the most important reason for something

Example

He was first and foremost an educator who cared about his students.

Example

"Why not get a job that pays more?" "First and foremost, because I really like what I'm doing."

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Definition first and foremost in American English