early evidence
noun phraseUK /ˈɜː.li ˈev.ɪ.dəns/
US /ˈɝː.li ˈev.ə.dəns/
Early evidence is the first clues that show something is true.
The footprints in the mud were early evidence that a deer had walked by.
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2. Information found at the beginning of a study that may later be confirmed or changed.
Early evidence from the experiment suggested the plants grew faster in sunlight.
3. Signs of something that existed long ago, found before more proof is uncovered.
Scientists found early evidence of tool use in the ancient cave.
4. The first hints that a problem or illness might be starting.
Doctors look for early evidence of the disease so they can treat it quickly.