move ahead

phrase

variants or move along
1
: to make progress
The project is moving ahead.
2
: to go on to something else
Let's move along to the next subject.

Examples of move ahead in a Sentence

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The research could fill major information gaps as California moves ahead with dozens more wildlife crossings. — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026 Ultimately, the Board of County Commissioners has the final say on which, if any, of the projects move ahead. — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026 The report also said retailers and brands can move ahead of implementation and not just after it. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026 The leaders who earn lasting stakeholder confidence are those who understand that bold bets are often built on small proofs, that the direction is right and the organization is ready to move ahead. — Eric Reicin, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for move ahead

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of move ahead was in 1832

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“Move ahead.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/move%20ahead. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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