Examples of “ahead” in a Sentence

adv In front, or in the direction someone is facing or moving.

• There is a petrol station about a mile ahead, on the left.
• The finish line was just ahead.
• Look ahead before crossing the road.

adv More advanced or in a better position than others.

• My sister is two years ahead of me at school, so she helps me with homework.
• Thanks to its new software, the firm moved ahead of its rivals.
• The team is ahead by ten points.

adv In the future, or before something happens.

• Book your tickets well ahead if you want to sit together.
• The weather forecast warns of storms ahead, so bring a coat.
• We need to plan ahead for the holiday rush.