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plan ahead

PLAN uh-HED

plæn əˈhɛd

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planahead

Dictionary meaning

think about and prepare for future events and requirements before they arrive rather than waiting until the last moment; make decisions and take actions in advance that will make future situations easier or more manageable; an exhortation to replace reactive problem-solving with proactive preparation, drawing on anticipated future conditions to guide present choices

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