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ahead

[uh-hed] / əˈhɛd /


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However, domestic demand was sluggish, raising concerns over the path ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

Brasher and Cruz kept the pressure on during the second match, pulling ahead early 8-6 and leading by as much as 17-12 before closing out the victory.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 16, 2026

Thousands of Bonnie Tyler fans are set to gather in Swansea on Monday ahead of a church service held as part of the legendary singer's celebration of life.

From BBC Aug. 16, 2026

Observer missions, including the European Union, called on parties to tone down inflammatory statements ahead of final results, due on Monday.

From Barron's Aug. 16, 2026

Caesar and Midnight are ahead of us—still in the water but on a firmer part of the riverbed.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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