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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a ahead" is not correct and usable in written English.
It seems to be a combination of an article and an adverb that does not form a coherent expression.
Example: "We need to plan a ahead of time to ensure everything is ready."
Alternatives: "in advance" or "beforehand".
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The United States won Group A, ahead of the Olympic champion Norway.
Mexico (1-1-1) finished second in Group A, ahead of South Africa (1-1-1) by virtue of its superior goal differential.
Hosts Canada conceded a late equaliser to draw 1-1 againsthe Netherlandsds but still came top of Group A ahead of the Chinese.
Colombia, which last won the title in 2001 at home, reached the quarterfinals by winning Group A ahead of host Argentina.
Give us time.' Milan were fifth in Serie A ahead of last night's game at Juventus and are in danger of missing next season's Champions League.
Mexico edged through from Group A ahead of them on goal difference, but the feelgood factor from the performance and result rippled across the nation.
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He's a step ahead, kids, a step ahead.
E2 received an extra training a year ahead.
a. "Ahead of His Time: The Misunderstood Genius of Savonarola".
Always a nose ahead?
RESERVATIONS Recommended a week ahead.
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