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in advance



ADJECTIVE
up front
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Crystal Nerone has made repeated trips to the one-stop center to understand in advance every hoop they’ll have to jump through.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 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

This technique keeps the unique cloud-like character of the meringues while allowing the team to make them in advance of service.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Beijing has not responded to the dates listed by Trump - though it does not typically reveal Xi's schedule so far in advance.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

“It is a pity there is no way to tell in advance how much optimism is the correct amount,” she thought as she pinned her dull, drab locks into a dull, drab bun.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood