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to begin with
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used to introduce the primary or most significant point in a discussion or argument
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used to indicate the first stage of an event, situation, or process
Пример
To begin with, the project seemed simple, but it became more challenging as they progressed.
To begin with, the instructions were unclear, which caused the majority of the confusion.
To begin with, the safety of the workers is our top priority.
He didn’t like the food to begin with, but after trying it a few times, it became his favorite dish.
When setting goals, it's a good idea to begin with the low-hanging fruit and then tackle the more challenging ones.