The team leader is just first among equals in our group.
first among equals
idiomA person or position that is formally of equal rank to others in a group, but nonetheless takes a leading role within that group.
Origin
disputed originCalque of Latin primus inter pares.
Although all partners share the same authority, the senior director acts as first among equals during board meetings.
In the small council of advisors, the chancellor functioned as first among equals, guiding the consensus while respecting the formal equality of his peers.
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blink first
To be the first party in some situation to give in or back down.
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cast the first stone
To act self-righteously in accusing another person, believing oneself to be blameless.
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come first
To win first place in a competition.
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director of first impressions
A receptionist.
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feet first
In the manner of a deceased person (i.e., dead).
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first and last
A person's combined given name and surname.
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first annual
Being the first occurrence of an event that is scheduled or hoped to become annual.
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first come, first served
One will be dealt with in the order in which one arrives.