First and last

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adjective

The only one of a particular situation, experience or type of action.

This is my first and last marathon I am ever going to run.
Visual representation of "first and last" - The only one of a particular situation, experience or type of action.

Often appears as...

  • first and last time
  • first and last name
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Emphasizes Uniqueness

Underlines that something will not happen again, stressing its uniqueness.

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After the intense experience, he declared it his first and last skydive.
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Highlights Decision

Indicates a strong personal decision against repeating an action.

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She said it was her first and last blind date.
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Not for Repetition

Often used to express relief or regret about a singular event.

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His first and last attempt at cooking was a disaster.
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