early (prompt) settlement; swift resolution; speedy solution
early detection (of an illness, project risks, etc.); early diagnosis
placental abruption; abruptio placentae; premature separation of the normally implanted placenta
as soon as possible; ASAP
prompt conclusion; early conclusion
premature menopause; early menopause; premature ovarian failure; POF
progeria (disease characterized by symptoms suggestive of premature aging)
early dissolution (parliament, diet, etc.)
Distant Early Warning Line (US, Canada); DEW Line
early access (esp. to a product under development)