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

aheadProgressGetting ReadyLater PointPermissionLead

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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