first impulse

Frequency: 8.025.1 per million words

the primary or initial reaction or urge

impulseADJECTIVE + NOUN

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first

Examples (10)

  • My first impulse was to run away.
  • Her first impulse was to say no, but she reconsidered.
  • His first impulse in any difficult situation is always to seek advice.
  • Despite his first impulse to argue, he remained silent.
  • It's important not to always act on your first impulse.
  • My first impulse when I saw the price was to walk away.
  • The first impulse of the crowd was to panic, but then order was restored.
  • Trusting her first impulse, she picked the blue dress.
  • His first impulse was to lash out, but he controlled himself.
  • What was your first impulse when you heard the news?