to start with
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首先, 一开始
used when stating the first and foremost reason or point that needs to be mentioned or considered
- There are problems.To start with, neither of us likes housework.
有问题。首先，我们俩都不喜欢做家务。
- To start with, we need to address the issue of insufficient resources before we proceed.
首先，我们需要在继续之前解决资源不足的问题。
- To start with, I didn't have enough money to make the trip possible.
首先，我没有足够的钱使这次旅行成为可能。
- To start with, we should focus on improving communication within the team.
首先，我们应该专注于改善团队内部的沟通。
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首先，一开始
used to indicate the beginning stage of a situation, event, etc.
- To start with, he had no interest in learning the piano, but now he practices every day.
一开始，他对学习钢琴没有兴趣，但现在他每天都在练习。
- To start with, the task seemed overwhelming, but it became manageable once we broke it down.
首先，这项任务似乎令人望而生畏，但一旦我们将其分解，它就变得易于管理了。
- To start with, she didn't want to go to the event, but she enjoyed herself after arriving.
首先, 她不想去参加活动，但到达后她玩得很开心。
- To start with, we thought the plan was solid, but some adjustments had to be made later.
首先，我们认为这个计划是可靠的，但后来不得不做一些调整。
- He wasn’t very confident to start with, but his skills improved over time.
一开始他并不是很自信，但他的技能随着时间的推移而提高。