early bird
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This is a case of the early bird losing the worm.
From MarketWatch ● May 20, 2026
It was when it reported on matters of which I had zero awareness: my HRV balance, for example, or my chronotype, albeit a wishy-washy “late morning,” a designation I plan to flip to early bird.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 29, 2026
Upon arrival, attendees can pick out personality stickers with phrases like coffee addict, plant lover and early bird.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 21, 2025
We all know that the early bird gets the worm, but new research shows they turn to something far more nutritious for their breakfast.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 12, 2024
“They say the early bird gets the worm. But isn’t it a bit too early for worms?”
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
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