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the world-first actor vs the world's first actor

The correct phrase is 'the world's first actor'. The possessive form 'world's' is needed to show that the actor belongs to the world. 'World-first' is not a common construction in English.

Last updated: March 28, 2024 • 721 views

the world-first actor

This phrase is not correct in English. 'World-first' is not a common construction to describe someone as the first in the world.

Incorrect. Use 'the world's first actor' to correctly indicate that the actor is the first in the world.

the world's first actor

This phrase is correct in English. The possessive form 'world's' is necessary to indicate that the actor belongs to the world and is the first of its kind.

Correct. Use 'the world's first actor' to describe an actor who is the first in the world.

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