Phrase guide

ahead of the game

prep_phrase · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Having completed a task before it is due; ready, prepared, or anticipating.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • If you start work on the new assignment now, you'll be ahead of the game for when the teacher sets it officially.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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adverb

Meaning 2

in an advantageous position

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • she's ahead of the game

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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