early bird catches the worm <Back to Last Page>     <Idiomatic English Glossary - E>

Definition: someone who gets an early start on work

Explanation: Used when referring to someone who is very eager to do well and gets an early start on any job.

Examples: Remember, it's the early bird catches the worm - you should try to get to it early. - He has always been the early bird catches the worm and has done very well for himself indeed.

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