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first thing's first

first thing's first is the uncommon spelling of first things first.

Meaning of first things first

Phrase

first things first

  1. Let's deal with matters of highest priority first; let's deal with matters in logical sequence.
    • There is a sound common-sense maxim, frequently heard among the wise and prudent of this world—First things first, […]1830, Christian Observer, On Prophetic Speculation

Questions about first thing's first

What is first thing's first the uncommon spelling of?
First thing's first is the uncommon spelling of first things first.

Words near first thing's first in the dictionary

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