get ahead of
Third Person
gets ahead of
Present Participle
getting ahead of
Past Tense
got ahead of
Past Participle
gotten ahead of
1
to do better than someone or something
transitive
- He worked extra hours to get ahead of his colleagues in the project.
- Despite initial challenges, the company's innovative strategies allowed it to get ahead of its competitors in the market.
- Through hard work and dedication, the student managed to get ahead of the class in academic performance.
- The new technology allowed the business to get ahead of industry standards, attracting a larger customer base.
- By consistently delivering high-quality service, the restaurant was able to get ahead of its competition and become a local favorite.
2
to move beyond a certain point or place during a journey
transitive
- During the race, the runner managed to get ahead of the others by sprinting faster.
- The cyclist pedaled hard to get ahead of the group and lead the way on the cycling route.
- The car accelerated to get ahead of the traffic and reach the destination sooner.
- Hiking enthusiasts often strive to get ahead of their planned trail schedule to enjoy more time at the summit.
- Wanting to catch an early bus, Sarah walked quickly to get ahead of the morning crowd at the bus stop.