CEFR B1

ahead of time

adverbial phrase

Meaning

Before the expected or scheduled moment.

Examples

We arrived at the airport well ahead of time to avoid long security lines.
The software update was released ahead of time due to the developers working overtime.

Synonyms: early, beforehand, in advance, prematurely

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ahead of time (B1)

adverbial phrase

Pronunciation: əˈhɛd əv taɪm

Definition

Before the expected or scheduled moment.

Examples

We arrived at the airport well ahead of time to avoid long security lines.
The software update was released ahead of time due to the developers working overtime.
If you want the best seats, you should book your tickets well ahead of time.

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