keep ahead

idiom expression

The phrase "keep ahead" is used to describe maintaining a leading position or staying updated in various contexts such as work, competition, and knowledge.

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Definition

B2Work

(informal)To complete tasks in advance of the required pace or deadline.

Example

She worked extra hours to keep ahead of the project deadline.

B2Knowledge

(informal)To stay informed about the latest developments or trends.

Example

He reads industry reports regularly to keep ahead of the latest trends.

B2Competition

(informal)To maintain a competitive edge over others.

Example

The company invests heavily in research to keep ahead of its competitors.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "keep ahead":

get ahead of run ahead move ahead keep pace look ahead ahead of the curve get ahead of oneself keep up ahead in the count move forward keep up with ahead of draw ahead go ahead two steps ahead moving forward steal a march full speed ahead set the pace head up head start keep at on the front foot take the lead push forward front runner edge out advance guard leading edge get a leg up head off step forward lead on keep it up up to speed on track front running keep on in stride fall behind trail behind hang behind come first push past one up keep in set forward