Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

go-ahead

[goh-uh-hed] / ˈgoʊ əˌhɛd /




go ahead






Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“After careful consideration, the BBC, Russell T Davies and Bad Wolf have collectively decided not to go ahead with the previously announced Doctor Who Christmas episode,” the BBC wrote in its latest update.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

It said Greensill had agreed not to dispute certain facts, meaning a trial that had been due to start next week won’t go ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

"And I turned and I said, 'Hillary, are you okay, brother?' He said, 'Yes, yes, fine Chris, please go, go!' This is nothing new, you know, I'd go ahead, he'd go ahead."

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

“In the last few years more and more people are willing to go ahead and step into the deep waters early in their horses’ careers.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

“I told your dad to go ahead and sign. What difference would it make, after all? We were leaving for Myrtle Beach, weren’t we?”

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "go-ahead" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com