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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
County staff will collect public feedback ahead of a final FDOT inspection once the signs are up.
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Skyler Shepard, Sun Sentinel, 7 July 2025
Russia’s transport minister, who also previously served as governor of the Kursk region ahead of Ukraine’s 2024 incursion, was found dead just hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin fired him from his ministerial role.
—Caitlin McFall, FOXNews.com, 7 July 2025
On Sunday, American tech media The Information reported that TikTok is building a new version of its app for US users to be launched ahead of the September deadline.
—Marc Stewart, CNN Money, 7 July 2025
Since Reid was hired ahead of the 2013 season, the Chiefs have posted more victories, including playoffs, than any NFL team.
—Kansas City Star, 7 July 2025
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Skyler Shepard, Sun Sentinel, 7 July 2025
Russia’s transport minister, who also previously served as governor of the Kursk region ahead of Ukraine’s 2024 incursion, was found dead just hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin fired him from his ministerial role.
—Caitlin McFall, FOXNews.com, 7 July 2025
On Sunday, American tech media The Information reported that TikTok is building a new version of its app for US users to be launched ahead of the September deadline.
—Marc Stewart, CNN Money, 7 July 2025
Since Reid was hired ahead of the 2013 season, the Chiefs have posted more victories, including playoffs, than any NFL team.
—Kansas City Star, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ahead of
Preposition
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Daily stretching, especially before and after your workouts, keeps your muscles flexible and helps prevent strains.—
Fred Sassani,
Austin American Statesman,
24 July 2025
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Vega and another parent, knowing the In-N-Out to be a popular meeting place for teens before and after parties, decided to stake out the restaurant after seeing party promotions online.—
Perry Vandell,
AZCentral.com,
24 July 2025
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However, that doesn't mean the team doesn't need improvements prior to the trade deadline and a certain insider believes that could come in the form of a starting pitcher.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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Call the Lottery office prior to your visit: 608-261-4916.—
Steven Martinez,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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Tszyu’s next defense was his bloody bout against Fundora.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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This year’s report, released Monday, says there have been some improvements in protecting children against certain diseases through routine vaccinations.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
15 July 2025
Preposition
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The series, created by Brett Goldstein, Jason Segel and Bill Lawrence, returned for a second season this year to strong reviews from critics and audiences.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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In addition to the FIPRESCI prize, Dillane also won a Best Performance award out of Un Certain Regard.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
15 July 2025
Preposition
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Researchers tested this process, known as photothermal catalysis, in the laboratory using a simulant based on samples of lunar regolith returned to Earth by China's Chang'e 5 mission (the lunar samples are far too previous to destroy in such experiments, which is why a simulant is used instead).—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
17 July 2025
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His six league goals last season represent a modest return, especially after back-to-back double-digit campaigns previous to this.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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