Electively
First and electively are semantically related. In some cases you can use "First" instead an adverb "Electively".
First
First adverb - By choice or preference.
Usage example: we will not give in, but will fight for our freedom first
Nearby Word: firstly
Mutual synonyms
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First and Electively. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/electively/first
Electively & First. N.p., 2016. Web. 21 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/electively/first>.
First or Electively. 2016. Accessed July 21, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/electively/first.
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