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get up early

verb

Etymology

From the idea that a large and difficult task requires substantial preparation and effort.

Definitions

  1. To be dedicated and well-prepared in pursuing a goal.

    • you have to get up early if you want to [X]
    • you need to get up pretty early in the morning if you want to [X]
    • You have to get up pretty early in the morning if you want to outsmart or outwork Jane.

  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically

    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see get up, early.

    • Next Tuesday we'll have to get up early, because the site visit starts at dawn.

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