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have a head start

VERB

precede

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anticipate foreshadow predate presage

STRONG

antecede antedate guide harbinger head herald introduce lead outrank pace pioneer preexist preface rank scout time usher

WEAK

be ahead of come first forerun go before go in advance head up in space light the way pave the way ring in run ahead take precedence

Antonyms

STRONG

end finish follow obey

WEAK

go after

VERB

predate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anticipate foreshadow outrank presage

STRONG

antecede antedate guide harbinger head herald introduce lead pace pioneer preexist preface rank scout time usher

WEAK

be ahead of come first forerun go before go in advance head up in space light the way pave the way ring in run ahead take precedence

Antonyms

STRONG

end finish follow obey

Example Sentences

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Linton, whose portfolio formerly invested in Eternal and currently invests in Swiggy, said Indian firms have a head start in operating efficiently and defending dominant positions in some cities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

And how much does a parent give a child so they can have a head start in life, but just enough for them to go out and seek their fortune independently?

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Carmakers that qualify for the tax credits will now have a head start as sales of electric vehicles take off.

From New York Times • Apr. 17, 2023

The president said this year’s graduates have a head start, representing a generation that “is the most generous, the most tolerant, the least prejudiced, the best educated” in American history.

From Seattle Times • May 28, 2022

I will have a head start by then, but I am sure that Ann will be on her way, following me.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone

have a head start

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