rank first vs rank the first

Both "rank first" and "rank the first" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Rank first" is used when talking about achieving the top position in a competition or ranking, while "rank the first" is used when specifying the position in a list or ranking.

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rank first

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to achieving the top position in a competition or ranking.

Use "rank first" when talking about achieving the top position in a competition or ranking, such as "She ranked first in the competition."

Examples:

He ranked first in the marathon.
The team ranked first in the league.
She always strives to rank first in her class.
They are determined to rank first in the competition.
The company aims to rank first in market share.

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rank first vs. rank the first vs. be ranked at the first ; hs3333. Member. Korean ; panjandrum. Lapsed Moderator. Belfast, Ireland ; hs3333. Member.
Feb 27, 2022 ... Maine's animal welfare and protection laws again rank first in nation. The state has earned the top spot because lawmakers have led the way ...
Mar 15, 2018 ... Report: Major Texas industrial facilities rank first nationally in illegal water pollution. A study by a Texas environmental group and a ...

Alternatives:

come in first
be in first place
take the top spot
achieve the highest ranking
secure the top position

rank the first

This phrase is correct and is used when specifying the position in a list or ranking.

Use "rank the first" when specifying the position in a list or ranking, such as "He ranks the first in the list of candidates."

Examples:

He ranks the first in the list of top performers.
She ranks the first in the order of presentation.
The book ranks the first in the series.
They rank the first in terms of customer satisfaction.
The team ranks the first in the league standings.

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rank first vs. rank the first vs. be ranked at the first ; hs3333. Member. Korean ; panjandrum. Lapsed Moderator. Belfast, Ireland ; hs3333. Member.
Apr 22, 2022 ... how the fuck do you play rank the first gluttony level. I've been having lots of fun p ranking the levels but this one just seems ...
Con Dao islands rank the first place amongst 10 most beautiful beach destinations in Vietnam. CON DAO, Vietnam – Jul 9, 2019 – Recently, Vietnam's hidden ...
which oftentimes lead to the supergrades having more jurisdiction and out rank the first sergeant in many cases. We attempted in various ways, insignia and ...

Alternatives:

hold the top position
occupy the first place
be at the top of the list
stand at the first position
be the first in line

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