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What does "first and foremost" mean?

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first and foremost

Definition:

first and most importantly

Usage:

common in formal speech and writing

Sample Dialogue:

A: Our city council needs to pass a law against weapons.
B: We'll get to that issue later. First and foremost, let's discuss the old business from last week.

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