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bright and early

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  1. Early in the morning, at dawn, as in It's a long trip, so we'll have to start out bright and early. The bright here presumably alludes to the brilliance of the dawning sun, which has long been noted by poets. [Early 1800s]

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“You will need that for the next challenge. I will make arrangements and meet you bright and early.”

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The next morning, bright and early, Sam went with his mother to the barber for repairs.

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On Saturday morning we all awake bright and early.

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Pua’s parents arrive bright and early with breakfast enchiladas, and Auntie Nina comes with a crate of papayas.

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The nominations were announced by “The Color Purple” actress Danielle Brooks and “Top Gun: Maverick” actor Lewis Pullman bright and early at 5:30 a.m. in Los Angeles.

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