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Early bird
01
someone who has a tendency to get up early every morning
What is the origin of the idiom "early bird" and when to use it?
The idiom "early bird" is derived from the well-known proverb "the early bird catches the worm," which dates back to the late 16th century. This expression emphasizes the idea that individuals who wake up and start their activities early are often more successful or efficient in achieving their goals. "Early bird" specifically refers to a person who wakes up early or begins their day's work ahead of others. Over time, the idiom has been widely used to describe someone who is punctual or proactive in starting their daily activities.
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a person who arrives early before others do
Example
The early birds at the farmers' market get the freshest produce.
She's always been an early bird, waking up at the crack of dawn to start her day.
To avoid traffic, he's become an early bird and commutes to work before rush hour.
As an early bird, he enjoys the quiet and peaceful mornings for his daily meditation.
The conference starts at 8 AM, so all the early birds will get the best seats in the front row.