early bird
noun
1
: an early riser
2
: one that arrives early and especially before possible competitors
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The early bird perk was that the first 150 kids to check in received bunny ears and a bubble wand.
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Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
And the guidance that can make the most difference in the quality of their sleep will likely differ from what would help an early bird.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 12 Mar. 2026
The early bird tickets are $55 per person.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Besides, everyone knows that the real South Florida bird is the early bird!
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
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Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
And the guidance that can make the most difference in the quality of their sleep will likely differ from what would help an early bird.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 12 Mar. 2026
The early bird tickets are $55 per person.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Besides, everyone knows that the real South Florida bird is the early bird!
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
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“Early bird.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/early%20bird. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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