at first
adverbial phrase
Pronunciation: æt fɜːrst
Definition
In the beginning of a situation or process, before a change occurs.
Examples
At first, the new software seemed difficult to use.
She was nervous at first, but she soon felt comfortable.
At first, we didn't realize how much work the project would require.
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