Meaning of at first | Babel Free

Definitions

Initially; at the start; originally.

idiomatic

Equivalents

Examples

“If at first you don't succeed, try, try again.”

“The work was hard at first, but soon I got used to it.”

““Well,” I answered, at first with uncertainty, then with inspiration, “he would do splendidly to lead your cotillon, if you think of having one.” ¶ “So you do not dance, Mr. Crocker?” ¶ I was somewhat set back by her perspicuity.”

“This year of 1905 also saw the completion of the electrification of the Underground, which certainly improved the atmosphere, and made travelling easier and more comfortable, although, at first, not too reliable.”

“At first I was afraid, I was petrified / Kept thinking I could never live without you by my side”

“KIRA: Look, Dukat, I know you're angry, but maybe you ought to think about what you're proposing. I mean, you can't go to war against the whole Klingon Empire with one bird of prey. DUKAT: Why not? Your people fought against us for fifty years with much less sophisticated weaponry than this. And you beat us. KIRA: It's not the same. The Bajoran people were united. We were all fighting for the same goal. You and your crew would be out there alone. DUKAT: Maybe at first, but perhaps our actions would inspire others to join the struggle!”

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