press ahead
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To continue towards an objective.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The decision to press ahead with the rationalisation, while there is still uncertainty about the bank's strategic direction, gives the City some red meat to chew on.
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).
Common questions
What does “press ahead” mean?
To continue towards an objective.
Is “press ahead” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.