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Definitions

ahead of time

ADVERB
before an event
Synonyms
WEAK
before before the appointed time beforehand early too soon with time to spare
Antonyms
WEAK
belatedly tardily

Example Sentences

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It’s about making small decisions ahead of time that make cooking later feel easier, lighter, more inviting.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026

Did you discuss the strategy and tax impact with him ahead of time and/or did you give him carte blanche to make these kinds of decisions on your behalf?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

Knowing ahead of time who is likely to respond would help patients get on the right drugs faster -- a step toward precision medicine, Gloyn said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

Iran is requiring ships to work out toll arrangements ahead of time and then pay the fees in cryptocurrency or Chinese yuan, mediators and shipbrokers said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

The bell goes, I’m up before it, ahead of time.

From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood