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as in before
earlier than
always arrives at school ahead of the bus we were cautioned not to fill out any of the test answers ahead of time
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as in in advance of
preceding in space
the three lost children emerged from the forest, with the family dog walking proudly ahead of them
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Recent Examples of ahead of
But during the episode, news broke that two main characters are exiting the series ahead of Season 4, which could offer clues about what’s coming next.
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Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Minter got one out before James Woods hit a ball that went underneath the glove of second baseman Jeff McNeil, and Abrams was waved around from first base, sliding home ahead of the tag.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2025
What to know ahead of Tax Day deadline Tax season ends at midnight on Tuesday, April 15 – for most filers, at least.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 14 Apr. 2025
The president will greet Nayib Bukele, president of El Salvador, at 11 a.m. at the White House ahead of a bilateral meeting and lunch.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025
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Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Minter got one out before James Woods hit a ball that went underneath the glove of second baseman Jeff McNeil, and Abrams was waved around from first base, sliding home ahead of the tag.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2025
What to know ahead of Tax Day deadline Tax season ends at midnight on Tuesday, April 15 – for most filers, at least.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 14 Apr. 2025
The president will greet Nayib Bukele, president of El Salvador, at 11 a.m. at the White House ahead of a bilateral meeting and lunch.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025
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Trust that your journey is guiding you toward greater fulfillment, and embrace the changes that are unfolding right before your eyes.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Just three months before the kickoff of Combs' trial, attorney Anthony Ricco withdrew from the rapper's legal team on Feb. 21.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
Preposition
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Viju Mathew Shifting gears from his degree in physical geography, Viju Mathew has spent the last decade covering most categories of the luxury market prior to becoming Robb Report's automotive editor.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
2 May 2025
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The Nationals called off batting practice prematurely Wednesday when a member of their coaching support staff collapsed on the field prior to their game against the Philadelphia Phillies.—
Jon Paul Hoornstra,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
Preposition
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The idea that some individuals may seek to block others from participating in international festivals goes against the principles of artistic freedom — and even against basic human rights.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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The 2025 Honorees The 2025 honorees represent innovative contributions to the fight against climate change, weaving social justice into environmental solutions.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
Preposition
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Fast-forward to today, and a host of fortysomething designers are rising up the ranks.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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Water risk is fast becoming an existential threat to the apparel industry.—
Ken Katz,
Sourcing Journal,
5 May 2025
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With nine more seasons under his belt as the head coach of the Carolina Panthers previous to that, he's recorded a 102-103-2 overall record.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
30 Dec. 2024
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In the 18 years previous to that, Nagy was an NFL scout.—
Benedict Cosgrove,
Newsweek,
20 Dec. 2024
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