ahead of time

Idioms and Phrases

Earlier, sooner, as in The meeting was scheduled for three o'clock, but most people arrived ahead of time . [Early 1900s]

Example Sentences

Zelensky, in his nightly address to the nation Sunday, suggested that there was little advantage to telegraphing any plans for such strikes ahead of time.

From Los Angeles Times

However, since there are millions of federal employees who could conceivably be disloyal to the Dear Leader, it was extremely helpful for these outside groups to do the investigative work ahead of time.

From Salon

Michigan and Nevada had similar restraints in 2020, but this year officials were allowed to start counting mail-in ballots well ahead of time.

From Los Angeles Times

At 02:00 the clock will be stopped for an hour, and set running again the usual three minutes ahead of time.

From BBC

The 10-time Grammy Award winner was scheduled to perform Wednesday in Columbus, Ohio, but broke the news of his no-show a day ahead of time.

From Los Angeles Times