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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. It's imperative that we draw first blood because they're an even tougher team once they have the lead. The underdog team drew first blood with a touchdown in the opening minutes of the game.
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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
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