for one

for one
a) As the first in a number of examples.

I dont like this carpet - for one, it doesnt suit our lounge room at all and its also much too expensive.

b) As one person among other people who may not hold the same opinion.

I know you may not agree but I, for one, think we should get rid of this unfair piece of legislation.

Syn: for one thing, first of all

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