first blood

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first blood

The first instance of success in a particular contest or area. I drew first blood in the tournament and defeated my opponent in record time.
See also: blood, first
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

first blood

the first point or advantage gained in a contest.
First blood is literally ‘the first shedding of blood’, especially in a boxing match or formerly in duelling with swords.
See also: blood, first
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • draw first blood
  • at first
  • for a start
  • be first past the post
  • first in, best dressed
  • be first out of the box
  • be the first (person) to (do something)
  • first refusal
  • refusal
  • give (someone) the first crack at (something)
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Summary: Keith Lemon barely draws breath describing the plot of Rambo: First Blood.