get ahead
US /ɡet əˈhed/
UK /ɡet əˈhed/
1.
to make progress or succeed in one's career or life
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If you want to get ahead, you need to work hard and be proactive.
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She's always looking for ways to get ahead in her career.
2.
to gain an advantage over others
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Studying extra hours helped him get ahead of his classmates.
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To get ahead in this competition, you need a unique strategy.