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early on

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  1. At an early stage in a process or course of events, as in He started using computers very early on. [1920s]


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Born in South Africa to Lithuanian Jewish immigrants, Nathan “Natie” Kirsh, 94, early on served small businesses during apartheid that sought affordable goods through his wholesale distribution business.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026

Between the sale of my business, my savings and some wise investments I made early on, I’ve built quite a little nest egg.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026

James Trafford: Showed early on his ability to play with the ball at his feet but conceded after just two minutes when Guehi gifted the ball to Lamine Yamal.

From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026

Residents of Tigray's main city of Mekelle told the BBC that local forces had taken over control of the city's airport from the national police early on Wednesday.

From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026

We arrived at Baltimore early on Sunday morning, landing at Smith’s Wharf, not far from Bowley’s Wharf.

From "Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass" by Frederick Douglass

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