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Last seen in: New York Times · 2026-10-23

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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 victory (as in a race or other competition)
  2. something won (especially money)

(verb)

  1. be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious
  2. obtain advantages, such as points, etc.
  3. win something through one's efforts
  4. acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions
  5. attain success or reach a desired goal

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    New York Times · Oct 23, 2026

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