Ahead of time Crossword Clue

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Ahead of time Crossword Answer

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EARLY

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

TIME (noun)
1. a reading of a point in time as given by a clock
2. rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
TIME (verb)
1. measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time
2. adjust so that a force is applied and an action occurs at the desired time
AHEAD (adjective)
1. having the leading position or higher score in a contest
AHEAD (adverb)
1. leading or ahead in a competition
2. at or in the front

Hint 2: Other Answers Used in the Past

EARLY
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