look ahead
phrasal verb
looked ahead; looking ahead; looks ahead
: to think about what will happen in the future
The past year has been successful and, looking ahead, we expect to do even better in the coming months.
—often + toLooking ahead to next year, we expect to be even more successful.
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For a look ahead to the top national security threats in 2026, we're joined now by two CBS contributors.
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CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025
Our clever human brains can look ahead—through a decision tree that branches out into many potential futures—to pick the best option.
—Nicholas Wright, Time, 28 Dec. 2025
Celebrating milestones and looking ahead to college life can keep the mood upbeat while reinforcing the importance of finishing strong.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 28 Dec. 2025
While Stokes is looking ahead to his directorial debut, the OBX crew has its eyes on expanding the universe with potential series spinoffs.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 27 Dec. 2025
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CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025
Our clever human brains can look ahead—through a decision tree that branches out into many potential futures—to pick the best option.
—Nicholas Wright, Time, 28 Dec. 2025
Celebrating milestones and looking ahead to college life can keep the mood upbeat while reinforcing the importance of finishing strong.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 28 Dec. 2025
While Stokes is looking ahead to his directorial debut, the OBX crew has its eyes on expanding the universe with potential series spinoffs.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 27 Dec. 2025
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“Look ahead.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/look%20ahead. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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