in advance
Example Sentences
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Postal Service spokesperson Cathy Purcell recommended that voters mail their ballot a week in advance of when it must be received by election officials to ensure it arrives on time.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
Experts say it’s worth noting that cruise lines are often protected from short-term shifts in oil costs due to the fact that they’ve locked in pricing in advance, a process known as hedging.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
The match had been a sell-out in terms of tickets sold, with Wales fans encouraged to buy in advance to guarantee their place in the event of a play-off final against Italy.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
To ensure compliance, ask your preparer to confirm submission in advance of April 15.
From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026
This meant that ordinary sentences and phrases had been given secret meanings, agreed upon in advance.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
