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That's a first

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21 November 2025

That's a first

We use this expression to say that something has never happened before - and we are surprised.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

Jim invited me for a drink on Saturday.

That's a first - he doesn't normally like going out.

Example 2

Hamid was here early today.

That's a first - He's normally at least 30 minutes late!

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