Example sentences of "not [adj] [prep] first " in BNC.
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| 1 | This is particularly important for letters travelling long distances , as it is not possible for first class letters to make the journey between certain places by the next day unless they are posted early . |
| 2 | General agreement to minimize trade and currency restrictions , although not possible at first , was also considered to be another essential step in this direction . |
| 3 | If a number is not right on first or second playing , it is dropped , and the star moves on to something else . |
| 4 | In some cases it was not clear at first sight whether exclusive possession was in fact granted . |
| 5 | I know it 's not easy at first , so you just stick with us . |
| 6 | Discussion with staff , parents and children may well reveal strengths that are not obvious at first sight . |
| 7 | The effects of Esther 's stroke were not obvious at first , which made the doctors wonder if she had suffered a second stroke when they found later that she had a very severe left hemiplegia . |
| 8 | That was not obvious at first . |
| 9 | Make sure that the surface is comfortable and not slippery At first , the dog may be reluctant to stay put , so restrain it by the collar . |
| 10 | Michelle , set on being an actress , was n't interested at first , but in the end she swallowed her pride . |
| 11 | CATHERINE I was n't sure at first . |