1
as in earlier
so as to precede something in order of time
call ahead for reservations
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2
as in early
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Recent Examples of ahead
Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
Vang surged ahead in ballot returns Tuesday evening, poised to secure the top spot going into the November runoff against fellow Democrat and longtime incumbent Doris Matsui.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Choose your ski resort and go on their website to find buy ahead deals.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
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Adverb
Check out the photo gallery ahead for a look at the best celebrity fashion moments of the week.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026
Vang surged ahead in ballot returns Tuesday evening, poised to secure the top spot going into the November runoff against fellow Democrat and longtime incumbent Doris Matsui.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
Adjective
With only seven ingredients (one of which is deli ham) and only 20 minutes of hands-on cooking required, this is our go-to make ahead breakfast that instantly makes mornings a little brighter.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Choose your ski resort and go on their website to find buy ahead deals.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ahead
Adverb
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Greg Biffle is accused in the lawsuit of being negligent in cooperating with Dutton, despite knowing the problems Dutton was experiencing before and during the flight, the lawsuit said.—
Jeff A. Chamer
May 29,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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His parents had seen it before.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
Adverb
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Players such as Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox and Knicks forward OG Anunoby don't sound nearly as excited.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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Dearica Hamby had 22 points with 12 rebounds, a solid response for the veteran forward following her struggles in recent games.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Adverb
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There will be bands performing traditional and contemporary Greek music and youth dance troupes in traditional folk costumes along with a kids fun zone, church tours and vendor shopping.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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And follow along on our World Cup tab in the NPR App for more coverage from across the Network.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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Television started out as a live medium, after all — virtually all programs were live in the early, golden age of the small screen before the use of film, and then videotape, allowed for more flexibility.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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One of the wildfires started in the early evening in the 1500 block of East Mulberry Avenue, not far from Link Lane.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Adverb
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Trump has effectively imposed a fuel blockade on the island by threatening tariffs on countries supplying it with fuel, igniting seemingly endless power outages and delivering new blows to the island's already ailing economy.—
Phil Stewart,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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Industry groups warned that capping emissions too much and too quickly would push refineries out of the state and drive up already soaring energy costs.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
Adverb
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The Yankees bullpen retired the last seven Sox from Kiner-Falefa’s seventh-inning double play onward.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
7 June 2026
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Despite being confined to a wheelchair 85 to 90 percent of the time, Ali continued to push onward.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
Adverb
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Likely targets for new deals are forwards Grace Zumwinkle and Kendall Coyne Schofield, and defender Lee Stecklein.—
John Shipley,
Twin Cities,
8 June 2026
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But Jordan, in his 20th season, has perennially been one of the NHL’s best two-way forwards — a two-time Selke Trophy finalist who plays with fire and tenacity.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Court records and prior reporting have described allegations involving other women, though not all allegations resulted in guilty pleas.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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In 2019, an economic study indicated that Millennials had accrued less wealth than prior generations at their age.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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“Ahead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ahead. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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