1
as in earlier
so as to precede something in order of time
call ahead for reservations
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as in early
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Recent Examples of ahead
Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Our analysis found that for new technologies to continue to develop, and for the global economy to continue to grow, even higher prices are ahead.
—Adam Charles Simon, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2026
Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
As for these ahead-of-schedule Spurs?
—Mike Finger, San Antonio Express-News, 5 Feb. 2026
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Adverb
The bottom line Gold's retreat from its January record doesn't necessarily signal trouble ahead.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Our analysis found that for new technologies to continue to develop, and for the global economy to continue to grow, even higher prices are ahead.
—Adam Charles Simon, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Choose your ski resort and go on their website to find buy ahead deals.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
As for these ahead-of-schedule Spurs?
—Mike Finger, San Antonio Express-News, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ahead
Adverb
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The proposal, which would consolidate Catawba County Schools, Hickory City Schools and Newton-Conover City Schools, is moving forward despite opposition from local school leaders and community advocates who question both the process and the potential impact on students.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Mar. 2026
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Art, free expression, the creative process and cultural production drive society forward through creative imagination, authentic participation, collective action and shared democratic aspirations.—
Jane M. Saks,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The existence of the federal subpoena and revelations about a series of FBI interviews illustrate that the investigation could be far along, said McInerney, who is not involved with the probe and spoke with The Star as a legal expert.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
24 Mar. 2026
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Too little, and only graduate students will be able to follow along.—
Tim Brinkhof,
Big Think,
24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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While the upcoming week looks dry across Central Texas, there are signs of a wetter pattern developing toward the end of March and into early April.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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The Athletic can also reveal FSG looked into buying a minority stake of less than 30 per cent in Monaco in early 2025 alongside another ownership group but, again, decided not to take it any further.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
20 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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See it all in these moments captured before, during and after the game by The Star’s Dominick Williams.—
Dominick Williams,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2026
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Even before, Ava DuVernay gave me my first episode of directing in television.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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On dry land, trucking and logistics costs range from $4,000 to $9,000 per container to move goods onward to the UAE, Cabral added.—
Eleni Giokos,
CNN Money,
21 Mar. 2026
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Other examples of people being buried in seated positions date to the Mesolithic period and onwards throughout the Protohistoric period, though the burials are rare.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Sources close to Eccho and Night Train have noted the two companies will retain a working relationship going forwards, with Kloiber still in business with Serafin.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2026
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Its bi-directional capabilities allow the AV to move forwards and backwards easily thanks to symmetrical four-wheel steering.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Biss’s win likely benefited from his prior political experience.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
23 Mar. 2026
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Business or home alarm systems that accidentally make one or two calls for fire assistance in a year won’t be charged a fee, something that remains unchanged from the prior fee system.—
Barbara Henry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Or are some players already talking to their agent about exit plans?—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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Triolet said traffic is a valid concern in the area, which is already congested.—
Lilly Kersh,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Ahead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ahead. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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