ahead of time

Idioms  

1. Earlier, sooner, as in The meeting was scheduled for three o'clock, but most people arrived ahead of time. [Early 1900s]

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Example Sentences

It’s best to let the organization know ahead of time that this is your plan, in order to make sure the logistics are all worked out.

From MarketWatch

For a small party, prep individual servings in vintage cocktail glasses ahead of time, chill them, then dress just before serving.

From The Wall Street Journal

Narrowing down the most important interaction ahead of time made the experimental work far more efficient.

From Science Daily

What works for children often works for older parents: Clearly explain well ahead of time what they should expect from the daily vacation experience.

From Los Angeles Times

Uefa added it was "deemed necessary to provide clarity and predictability to clubs ahead of next season and to enable them to prepare ahead of time".

From BBC