| No | Pattern | Freq | Relations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | the first time [prep] his [noun sg] | 96 |
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| 2 | the first time in his [noun sg] | 78 |
|
| 3 | the first time [prep] his life | 59 |
|
| 4 | the first time [prep] his career | 14 |
|
| 5 | the first time since his [noun sg] | 6 |
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