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on ahead

ADVERB
onward
Synonyms
STRONGEST
onwards
STRONG
forth forward
WEAK
alee along beyond in front moving on
ADVERB
onward/onwards
Synonyms
WEAK
alee along forth forward in front in front of on
Antonyms
WEAK
backward backwards

Example Sentences

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That’s something to work on ahead of next year’s meeting.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

Boarding group 1 had me on the plane quickly, though a couple of dozen passengers with frequent-flier status filed on ahead of me.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Dennis went on ahead alone to encourage them, but he wasn't wearing his skis.

From BBC • Aug. 11, 2025

For instance, challenges to new rules written by Georgia’s State Election Board are likely to be ruled on ahead of the election, even if they aren't fully resolved.

From Salon • Oct. 9, 2024

I am taking all the nourishment here and going on ahead.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver