early in life

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: at a young age
She knew what she wanted to do early in life.

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Her work in the area has also helped shape her broader focus on mental health and the early years, particularly her emphasis on how experiences and relationships early in life can have a lasting impact on wellbeing. — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026 But for a growing number of industries, a single educational credential earned early in life is no longer sufficient as a career-long qualification. — Mo Husain, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026 The ranch property features animals, greenhouses, gardens, and an eight-bedroom home for children who have faced challenges early in life. — Rashad Williams, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 As a result, the findings cannot establish a direct cause-and-effect relationship between lower sugar intake early in life and a reduced risk of dementia. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 2 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for early in life

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“Early in life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/early%20in%20life. Accessed 8 Oct. 2026.

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