Phrases Work and Professional Phrases

Get ahead.

Meaning

Make progress.

Translation language

John: How's your work on the presentation going?
Alice: I'm making good progress; I'm trying to <b>get ahead</b> so I have time to spare for revisions.
John: That's great planning! It's always better to be prepared.
Alice: Exactly. By working efficiently now, I hope to <b>get ahead</b> of the deadline.