get ahead

Example Sentences

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In practical terms, this means having a well paying job is the most important factor in getting ahead financially.

From Science Daily

But some people are unafraid to get ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal

Early buyers will hope to get ahead of a larger and slower crowd of mainstream investors who will want to feel more comfortable with the country’s business risks before re-entering its $750 billion stock market.

From Barron's

Early buyers will hope to get ahead of a larger and slower crowd of mainstream investors who will want to feel more comfortable with the country’s business risks before re-entering its $750 billion stock market.

From Barron's

This year’s volume will reflect a decision by importers to get ahead of the tariffs before the duties took effect — with trade later slowing, according to the monthly report by the nation’s largest container port.

From Los Angeles Times