in the first instance

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• In the first instance, a letter from your employer may be all you need.
• We should contact the client in the first instance to understand their needs.
• The police will investigate the matter in the first instance before escalating.
• For any technical issues, please refer to the FAQ in the first instance.
• In the first instance, try rebooting your computer to fix the problem.
• The manager prefers to address minor concerns in the first instance directly.
• In the first instance, the new policy applies to all full-time employees.
• They decided to consult a legal advisor in the first instance regarding the contract.
• In the first instance, a quick review of the documentation should suffice.
• The priority, in the first instance, is to ensure everyone's safety.