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 Synonyms for ahead
Adverb
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This reduces the tendency of the car to tilt forward during braking, also known as pitch sensitivity.—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025 -
Given the pending reveal, Swifties have a lot to look forward to in Wednesday's episode.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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With the score, Rivera surged to an early and sizable lead.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Several hours before Friday’s game and well ahead of normal batting practice, seven players showed up for early hitting work on the field with Chavez and Barnes.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
9 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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For Azerbaijan, a major producer of oil and gas, the route also provides a more direct link to Turkey and onward to Europe.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Aug. 2025
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Born from 1997 onward, Gen Z is coming of age in a world where traditional milestones like landing a lifelong job, buying a house in your 20s, or chasing wealth for its own sake have become difficult, or borderline impossible, in the modern economy.—
Adam Erace,
Fortune,
27 July 2025
Adjective
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In practice, there was no onboarding, unclear expectations and no acknowledgment of her prior success.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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During a news conference after the shooting, Army officials said Radford did not have any prior disciplinary or behavioral issues.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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According to the airline, 42% of its core fleet of ground vehicles is already electrified, and the company is on track to reach 100% electrification by 2035.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Prior to the summit, analysts were already casting doubt on the talks advancing any real ceasefire in Ukraine.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
18 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Make the rink international width to keep opposing forwards a mile from the net.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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View: United started forwards Kelvin Yeboah and Tani Oluwaseyi together in the loss to Colorado, but with no legitimate attacking options currently available off the bench, they might be better served with one of them trying to change the game while coming off the bench in the second half.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The skid is a new season-long, surpassing two previous six-game losing streaks — all of which have come since the calendar turned to July.—
Evan Webeck,
Mercury News,
17 Aug. 2025
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Gordon’s previous three starts were a disaster, with 24 runs (23 earned) allowed in 10 1/3 innings.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
16 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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The Senate Appropriations Committee is not as far along as the House in the appropriations process.—
Lawrence Andrea,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Here’s a rundown of the best solid fragrances to touch up your scent on the go without bringing a bottle along.—
Dan Michel,
Robb Report,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Ahead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ahead. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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