get ahead

Example Sentences

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“We see this problem. We can get ahead of this problem. It is a revenue issue.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

While there is some concern that Dell’s results reflect a pull-forward of demand as customers look to get ahead of a run-up in prices for components across the AI industry, J.P.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

There’s no other way to get ahead of the problem than to act now, Bamra contended.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Before speaking to investors on Tuesday, Winters tried to get ahead of any concern inside StanChart about his plans to embrace AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

These forces did, on occasion, help some to get ahead, and they appeared courageous in combat with other mercenaries.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli