think ahead

think ahead

To anticipate (something) and plan or consider the necessary actions or steps in advance. I wish I had thought ahead and packed some food to bring with us. We're thinking ahead to the next fiscal year with these investments.
See also: ahead, think
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

think ahead (to something)

to have thoughts about something that is to happen in the future. I began to think ahead to next year when the same thing might happen. You must learn to think ahead if you want to get ahead.
See also: ahead, think
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

think ahead

v.
To consider or think about the future; think proactively: I thought ahead and brought a snack in case I got hungry.
See also: ahead, think
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • reckon on
  • reckon on (someone or something)
  • reckon without
  • reckon without (someone or something)
  • sardine
  • packed
  • be packed (in) like sardines
  • jampacked
  • jam-packed
  • reckon upon (someone or something)
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Fayetteville Mayor Lioneld Jordan said the devastating ice storm that crippled Fayetteville and Northwest Arkansas in 2009 spurred the city to think ahead even more.
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Nutrition plays a key role in keeping warm so we're trying to encourage older people to think ahead. Our aim is to improve their confidence and equip them with the knowledge they need to eat for warmth in colder weather."
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With flu season fast approaching, people at risk in Birmingham have been urged to think ahead and get their flu jabs.
At-risk groups urged to have flu jab now
Furthermore, think ahead about the possible consequences of drinking and driving.
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"The focus now is on the new car, so I don't want to think ahead too much."
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Think ahead and buy water butts now, so you've got plenty for young plants next spring.
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"Holidaymakers should think ahead and buy currency in advance."
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PARENTS in Redcar and Cleveland are being urged to think ahead if their children are due to start school next September.
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