get ahead
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To advance toward success.
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “get ahead” mean?
To advance toward success.
Is “get ahead” formal or informal?
get ahead is generally informal.
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