A chief is in front (5) Crossword Clue

Last seen in: Mirror Cryptic · 2026-10-24

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(adverb)

  1. at or in the front
  2. ahead of time; in anticipation
  3. in a forward direction
  4. leading or ahead in a competition
  5. to a different or a more advanced time (meaning advanced either toward the present or toward the future)
  6. to a more advanced or advantageous position
  7. toward the future; forward in time

(adjective satellite)

  1. having the leading position or higher score in a contest

(noun)

  1. a person who exercises control over workers
  2. a person who is in charge
  3. the head of a tribe or clan

(adjective satellite)

  1. most important element

1 Potential Answers:

  • 99% match 5 letters
    AHEAD

    A chief is in front (5) (5)

    Mirror Cryptic · Oct 24, 2026

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