early efforts
noun phraseUK /ˈɜː.li ˈef.əts/
US /ˈɝː.li ˈef.ɚts/
The first tries you make when you start doing something.
Her early efforts at drawing were messy, but she kept practicing.
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2. The work done at the start of a project before it is fully developed.
The early efforts of the team laid the groundwork for the final design.
3. Small actions taken soon after something begins to help it succeed.
His early efforts to save money helped him buy a bike later.
4. The first signs of trying to do something new or difficult.
The early efforts at peace talks gave everyone hope.