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first and foremost

[first and foremost] {adv. phr.} As the most important thing; first. * /First and foremost they needed food./ * /I want you to remember to pay that bill first and […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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The lowliest of beggars is capable of being the foremost rich man, under different circumstances. www.english-slang.com

number one

[number one] (2) {adj. phr.} 1. Of first rank or importance; foremost; principal. * /He is easily America's number one golfer./ 2. Of first grade; of top quality; best. * […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

first-string

[first-string] {adj.}, {informal} 1. On the starting team or A team. * /He was the first-string quarterback./ 2. Of the best quality; foremost. * /He was the least expensive of […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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