At a time before expected; sooner than usual.
The word "early" is correct and usable in written English. You can use it to refer to something that is happening before the usual or expected time. For example: "We arrived at the meeting early and were able to get front row seats.".
In announcing the planned closure of the 114-year-old school in early March, Sweet Briar leaders described the reason as "insurmountable financial challenges".
"Although the investigation is in its early stages, we will take action to protect the public if we uncover evidence that could affect the safety of other rides at the park or elsewhere".
The third group had the condoms, the advice and the counselling, but the gel was a placebo, containing no active ingredient.In this section Davy Jones's lock-up Girls on top Dashed hopes An early Christmas present?
ReprintsThe first "arm" of the trial, in which PRO 2000 formed 2% of the gel, was abandoned early because results elsewhere suggested this was an ineffective mix.
Many of us are introduced to popular mythological characters such as Father Christmas early on in life.
Danny Buijs struck an angled attempt from outside the penalty area high and wide as the visitors looked to add to their lead early in the second half.
This year Ohioans are voting early once again, and most of them are voting to reelect the president, according to the latest polls.
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