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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But Republicans could bring them forward sooner depending on how the process unfolds, according to one GOP aide.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Mar. 2026
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However, their ability to move forward has become increasingly uncertain.—
Chelsea Jones,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The first time Jackson went on trial, in April, 11 of the jurors were ready to convict immediately but a lone holdout refused to go along and wouldn’t entertain any discussions about the evidence against Jackson, according to prosecutors.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Volunteers were there, handing out clipboards and information to keep things moving along as voters made their way inside.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 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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That handful of disruption from Buzelis wasn’t enough to slow the slew of offensive firepower from the Lakers, which only gained momentum as the game grinded onward.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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Every year since the dawn of free agency, the NFL awards at least 32 compensatory picks, scattered from Round 3 onward.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Holland made only a few cosmetic moves ahead of Friday’s trade deadline, shipping out forwards Corey Perry and Warren Foegele for draft picks and adding Scott Laughton and Mathieu Joseph, depth pieces, neither of whom are signed beyond this season.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Calgary Flames The Flames are a spirited, hard-working team, but their lack of star forwards has been evident all year.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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One 16-year-old with no prior record was sentenced to 6-8 months at a youth ranch, while another with a history of misbehavior was given 2- to 4 years in a more secure facility.—
Julia Prodis Sulek,
Mercury News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Both women had three prior C-sections.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
16 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 24 Mar. 2026.
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