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Original

/əˈrɪdʒənəl/
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(adj) Relating to the origin or beginning; preceding all others.

In order to keep his original idea from being copied, Henry resorted to reticence.
I don't like the new textbook for my English class; I prefer the original.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The museum displayed the ____ manuscript alongside printed copies for visitors to compare.

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