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ahead
01
in position or direction that is further forward or in front of a person or thing
Examples
Please drive carefully, there 's a sharp curve ahead.
A large truck was parked just ahead, blocking the view.
1.1
in a leading position in a competition or race
Examples
She moved ahead in the race, leaving the other runners behind.
He pushed ahead in the final minutes, securing his lead.
02
before a particular time or event
Examples
Please make your reservations ahead.
He paid the rent a month ahead.
03
at a time period that is coming next or soon to occur
Examples
We need to think about the challenges ahead.
The week ahead will be packed with meetings.
3.1
at a time earlier or later than originally scheduled
Examples
They moved the meeting ahead to Monday.
The deadline was pushed ahead by two days.
04
further along in development, achievement, or completion compared to others
Examples
They are way ahead in completing the project.
His team is ahead on all deliverables.
05
(of a pitcher) in a favorable count by having thrown more strikes than balls to the current batter
Examples
The pitcher was quickly ahead in the count, 0–2.
He got ahead early with two strikes.
5.1
(of a batter) in an advantageous position by having more balls than strikes in the current at-bat
Examples
The batter was ahead, three balls and one strike.
When ahead, hitters can afford to wait for a good pitch.
