slightly early

Frequency: 8.270.4 per million words

Indicates a small amount of time before the expected time.

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Examples (10)

  • We arrived slightly early for the meeting, so we had time for coffee.
  • The bus pulled in slightly early, which was a pleasant surprise.
  • She tends to finish her work slightly early every day.
  • I plan to get to the theater slightly early to find a good seat.
  • The cherry blossoms bloomed slightly early this year due to the mild winter.
  • He had left for the airport slightly early to avoid the morning traffic.
  • The doctor was able to see me slightly early as his previous patient cancelled.
  • Sorry, I'm slightly early; is it okay if I wait here?
  • Dinner will be served slightly early tonight, around 6 PM.
  • Waking up slightly early gives me a peaceful start to the day.