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America is the only developed nation that has a 2,000-mile border with a developing nation, and the government's refusal to control that border is why there are an estimated 460,000 illegal immigrants in Arizona and why the nation, sensibly insisting on first things first, resists 'comprehensive' immigration reform.
George Will

Meaning of "first things first" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF FIRST THINGS FIRST

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WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE FIRST THINGS FIRST

first principle
first quarter
first reading
first refusal
First Reich
First Republic
first responder
first school
First Sea Lord
First Secretary
first strike capability
first string
first thing
First Triumvirate
first violin
first water
First World
First World War
first year
first year infants

WORDS THAT END LIKE FIRST THINGS FIRST

athirst
double first
feetfirst
first
headfirst
Hirst
see someone hanged first
sixty-first
standfirst
thirst
twenty-first
underthirst

Synonyms and antonyms of first things first in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «first things first» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF FIRST THINGS FIRST

Find out the translation of first things first to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of first things first from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «first things first» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

首先第一件事情
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

lo primero es lo primero
570 millions of speakers

English

first things first
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

सबसे पहली बात
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

أول الأشياء أولا
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

обо всем по порядку
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

as primeiras coisas primeiro
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

আগেরটা আগে
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

commençons par le commencement
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Perkara pertama dahulu
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Das Wichtigste zuerst
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

まず最初にすること
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

첫째 최초의 것들
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Dhisik dhisik dhisik
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

điều đầu tiên đầu tiên
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

முதலில் செய்ய வேண்டியது முதலில்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

प्रथम गोष्टी प्रथम
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Önce ilk önce
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

prima le cose
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Na początek
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

про все по порядку
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Primele lucruri primul
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

πρώτα πράγματα πρώτα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

eerste dinge eerste
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

det viktigaste först
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

første ting først
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of first things first

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «FIRST THINGS FIRST»

The term «first things first» is quite widely used and occupies the 50.801 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «FIRST THINGS FIRST» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about first things first

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QUOTES WITH «FIRST THINGS FIRST»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word first things first.
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George Will
America is the only developed nation that has a 2,000-mile border with a developing nation, and the government's refusal to control that border is why there are an estimated 460,000 illegal immigrants in Arizona and why the nation, sensibly insisting on first things first, resists 'comprehensive' immigration reform.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «FIRST THINGS FIRST»

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First Things First
Offers an approach to time management based on life values, and provides methods for achieving maximum effectiveness, balance, and personal peace
Stephen R. Covey, A. Roger Merrill, Rebecca R. Merrill, 1995
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First Things First
The updated edition of the Stephen R. Covey classic that has sold millions while launching the time management revolution—now with a new Introduction from the author.
Stephen R. Covey, A. Roger Merrill, Rebecca R. Merrill, 2012
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First things first: to live, to love, to learn, to leave a ...
Shows readers why their previous time-managing attempts have failed, how to overcome bad habits, the connections between time and money management, how to maintain control when delegating, and how to keep resolutions
Stephen R. Covey, A. Roger Merrill, Rebecca R. Merrill, 1994
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First Things First
Covey applies the proven wisdom of his bestsellers, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and Principle-Centered Leadership, to a new time-management approach based on life values.
Stephen R. Covey, 2001
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First Things First Every Day: Daily Reflections- Because ...
Combines time management principles with methods for overcoming bad habits in a day-by-day format
Stephen R. Covey, 1997
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First Things First: Meeting Basic Human Needs in the ...
The authors defend the basic needs' approach to economic development which has been the subject of controversy and suspicion among many groups.
Paul Streeten, 1981
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First Things First
New York Times Bestselling Author BARBARA DELINSKY FIRST THINGS FIRST From America’s beloved storyteller, Barbara Delinsky, comes a classic novel of a woman on the hunt, a man on the run, and one thrillingly romantic hideaway… Chelsea ...
Barbara Delinsky, 2012
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First Things First: The Rules of Being a Warner
The authors discuss their parenting philosophy of putting God, family, and helping others first.
Brenda Warner, Kurt Warner, 2010
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First Things First: The Ultimate Guidebook for Early Stage ...
Readers see how the SVAS staff and board overcame a host of challenging situations to create a pathway for the organization to develop pioneering programming and effective operations that propelled SVAS to national recognition and acclaim ...
Tom Iselin, 2011
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First things first: a comedy
Pete and George are old friends.
Derek Benfield, 2007

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «FIRST THINGS FIRST»

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First Things First: Building the Foundation
Charlevoix Main Street is not just a flash in the pan. We will be successful because we are building a sustainable and effective organization; ... «Petoskey News-Review, Jul 15»
2
Who You Gonna Call? Here's The First Official Photo Of The New …
First things first, the proton packs are baller AF. They seem to have pretty much the same mechanics, which is awesome, but the neutrona wand ... «MTV.com, Jul 15»
3
The Rise of Sneaker Culture Exhibit Review
First things first: If you're within reasonable traveling distance of the Brooklyn Museum, you really should try and see “The Rise of Sneaker ... «Complex, Jul 15»
4
Forward-thinking Liam Walsh must overcome Brazilian challenge
First things first though, and Sampaio is first on the radar. Walsh said: “He will try his luck in the early rounds and I have to be patient, use my ... «Norfolk Eastern Daily Press, Jul 15»
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Brett Favre: Peyton Manning, Colts learned from his split with Packers
First things first: can Brett Favre ALWAYS speak in third person? Because that's just fun to hear. Let's make this happen more often. Maybe he's ... «CBSSports.com, Jul 15»
6
Yo Soy Fiesta: Rob Gronkowski Snubbed
So first things first. In Marima's Daily Links today there is an article by Jerry Thorton asking "WHO GOT SNUBBED MORE: TOM BRADY OR ... «Pats Pulpit, Jul 15»
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What's Happening and Calendar July 11
The Opera House Theatre in Philipsburg presents a "Vaudeville Variety Show," "First Things First" and "The Nerd" through July and August. «Montana Standard, Jul 15»
8
The Real Story Behind Detroit's Giant Joe Louis Fist
First things first. Despite what some may think, the one thing the Joe Louis fist is NOT about is the city vs. suburb divide. Let's take a page from ... «Daily Detroit, Jul 15»
9
Neon Trees Gets Intimate With Fans at Revolution Live
During the organ intro of “First Things First,” Glenn delivered a testimonial about the band's appreciation for their fans and the impromptu ... «New Times Broward-Palm Beach, Jul 15»
10
Fernando Llorente to Join Tottenham?
First things first, the Metro is the one who reported this, no other sites picked up on it. Tottenham hasn't spoken about this signing yet. But it's still ... «HotspurHQ, Jul 15»

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