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Definition in the first place in American English

in the first place phrase

phrase
1

used for stating the most basic reason for something

Example

There were several reasons he couldn't sleep. In the first place, Peg snored.

Synonyms and related words
after all as as a matter of fact
2

at the beginning of a situation

Example

If you don't like her, why invite her in the first place?

Synonyms and related words
original initial early
Definition in the first place in American English