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Collocation

leave early

verb + adverb verb + adverb

Definition

to go away or depart before the usual or expected time

'leave early' is a common English collocation. to go away or depart before the usual or expected time

Visual cue for leave early

leave + early

“I have a dentist appointment, so I need to leave early today.”

Examples

  • I need to _____ early to catch the last train.
  • Can we _____ early on Friday if we finish the project?
  • She _____ early yesterday because she wasn't feeling well.
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  • If you _____ early, please lock the door behind you.
  • We had to _____ early due to the storm warning.
  • He usually _____ early to avoid rush-hour traffic.
  • I didn't want to _____ early, but my babysitter had to go.
  • They _____ early so they could get to the airport before the crowds.
  • Would it be okay if I _____ early today to attend a family event?