in the first instance
成語所屬單字instance
in the first instance — 慣用語
1. as the first step in a series of actions; at the beginning of a process. Used es
1.慣用語
釋義
首先；第一步
as the first step in a series of actions; at the beginning of a process. Used especially in formal or official contexts.
例句
If you have a complaint about the product, please contact our customer service team in the first instance.