ahead of its time

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Instead, she chose a play that is still ahead of its time, Jordan Harrison’s “Marjorie Prime,” which had its premiere at the Mark Taper Forum in 2014.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

This brainchild of a mathematics professor had only one flaw: it was way ahead of its time.

From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025

Lloyd’s has often been ahead of its time when it comes to its core role of insuring risks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

The concept was simple but well ahead of its time: bring chatbots to instant messaging platforms.

From Slate • Aug. 12, 2025

Heavy, costly, and temperamental, it was nevertheless ahead of its time.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield