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ahead of the curve

ah-HED uv the KERV

əˈhɛd əv ðə kɜːrv

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aheadofthecurve

Dictionary meaning

more advanced than the current trend or average level of development in a field; anticipating changes before they happen; being innovative or forward-thinking enough that others must catch up to you

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