be ahead

Example Sentences

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In the current second quarter, Airbnb projects revenue will be $3.54 billion to $3.60 billion, which would be ahead of Wall Street’s estimate of $3.46 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

While unemployment among recent graduates is still notably higher than the 4.3% national average, there are signs that more stable conditions could be ahead.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

While unemployment among recent graduates is still notably higher than the 4.3% national average, there are signs that more stable conditions could be ahead.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Antonelli gained enough time on his fresher tyres to be ahead when Norris came out of the pits.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

It was so dark that Hazel seldom knew for certain whether he was leading or whether Bigwig or Silver might not be ahead.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams