firstly
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Britannica Dictionary definition of FIRSTLY
— used to introduce a statement that is the first in a series of statements
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compare lastly, secondly, thirdly
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Firstly, we need to consider the issue of providing people with affordable health care.
◊ Firstly is chiefly used to begin lists and is usually followed by secondly, thirdly, etc.
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I have several concerns. Firstly, the lack of funding. Secondly,…
◊ In U.S. English, first is more common than firstly in this use.
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I have several concerns. First, the lack of funding. Second,…
