obtain a first
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to get a first-class honors degree (more formal than 'get')
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- She worked incredibly hard to obtain a first in Mathematics.
- After four years of dedicated study, he managed to obtain a first in Physics.
- Many students dream of being able to obtain a first class degree.
- The university's top students regularly obtain a first in their chosen field.
- With excellent research skills, she was able to obtain a first in History.
- Only the most dedicated students obtain a first at this prestigious university.
- His goal was to obtain a first in Computer Science before graduation.
- Through consistent effort and brilliant coursework, they managed to obtain a first.
- The professor congratulated her on her ability to obtain a first class honors.
- Despite the challenging curriculum, several students were able to obtain a first.