look ahead
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To consider the future, to anticipate future events.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
You should forget the past and look ahead.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see look, ahead: to look in front of oneself.
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 “look ahead” mean?
To consider the future, to anticipate future events.
Is “look ahead” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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