Particle guide
Phrasal verbs with ahead
The particle ahead starts from one core idea — in front, further forward, or before the future arrives. Sink In groups its verbs by the recurring ways that idea plays out, so verbs that look unrelated line up into patterns.
19 phrasal verbs · 5 meaning groups
The meaning map of ahead
Progress
Moving ahead means advancing along the path before others or despite resistance.
Getting Ready
Attention reaches forward into the future so you are ready before it arrives.
Later Point
Attention moves to a later point in a story, list, or schedule.
Permission
The path opens in front of you, so the action can go ahead.
Lead
One body stays in front of the pack and keeps the gap open.
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