1
as in before
earlier than
always arrives at school ahead of the bus we were cautioned not to fill out any of the test answers ahead of time
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2
as in in advance of
preceding in space
the three lost children emerged from the forest, with the family dog walking proudly ahead of them
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Recent Examples of ahead of
County staff will collect public feedback ahead of a final FDOT inspection once the signs are up.
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Skyler Shepard, Sun Sentinel, 7 July 2025
Russia’s transport minister, who also previously served as governor of the Kursk region ahead of Ukraine’s 2024 incursion, was found dead just hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin fired him from his ministerial role.
—Caitlin McFall, FOXNews.com, 7 July 2025
On Sunday, American tech media The Information reported that TikTok is building a new version of its app for US users to be launched ahead of the September deadline.
—Marc Stewart, CNN Money, 7 July 2025
Since Reid was hired ahead of the 2013 season, the Chiefs have posted more victories, including playoffs, than any NFL team.
—Kansas City Star, 7 July 2025
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Skyler Shepard, Sun Sentinel, 7 July 2025
Russia’s transport minister, who also previously served as governor of the Kursk region ahead of Ukraine’s 2024 incursion, was found dead just hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin fired him from his ministerial role.
—Caitlin McFall, FOXNews.com, 7 July 2025
On Sunday, American tech media The Information reported that TikTok is building a new version of its app for US users to be launched ahead of the September deadline.
—Marc Stewart, CNN Money, 7 July 2025
Since Reid was hired ahead of the 2013 season, the Chiefs have posted more victories, including playoffs, than any NFL team.
—Kansas City Star, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ahead of
Preposition
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Winker will be given anti-inflammatory medication for the next 4-7 days before being reevaluated.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
12 July 2025
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The 30-year-old, who was born in a refugee camp in Syria before going on to graduate from Columbia, had played a prominent role negotiating on behalf of pro-Palestinian protesters at the university.—
Hira Humayun,
CNN Money,
11 July 2025
Preposition
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Virden served as the Conway County district judge from 2012-2014 prior to his election to the state Court of Appeals in 2014.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
14 July 2025
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Under Michigan's 1963 constitution, candidates for Michigan governor must be at least 30 years old, U.S. citizens and residents of Michigan who were registered to vote in Michigan for at least four years prior to the election.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
Preposition
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Tszyu’s next defense was his bloody bout against Fundora.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Charges have yet to be filed against the 25-year-old man arrested in the abduction.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
15 July 2025
Preposition
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In addition to the FIPRESCI prize, Dillane also won a Best Performance award out of Un Certain Regard.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
15 July 2025
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And this all ties to plans for the British Royal Family to welcome US President Donald Trump in September.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
15 July 2025
Preposition
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His six league goals last season represent a modest return, especially after back-to-back double-digit campaigns previous to this.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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With nine more seasons under his belt as the head coach of the Carolina Panthers previous to that, he's recorded a 102-103-2 overall record.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
30 Dec. 2024
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“Ahead of.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ahead%20of. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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