pull ahead

To move in front of someone or something, especially in a race or competition; to gain an advantage over others.

• 🇩🇪Jemanden oder etwas überholen, besonders in einem Rennen oder Wettbewerb; sich einen Vorteil gegenüber anderen verschaffen.

1. Move in front B2 informal

   To move in front of someone or something, especially in a race or competition.

   • The runner pulled ahead of the pack in the final lap.
   • Our team pulled ahead in the last quarter of the game.
   • The car pulled ahead of the truck on the highway.

   🇩🇪Sich absetzen

2. Gain an advantage B2 informal

   To become more successful or advanced than others.

   • The company pulled ahead of its competitors with the new product.
   • She pulled ahead in the race for the promotion.
   • By studying hard, he pulled ahead of his classmates.

   🇩🇪Vorsprung gewinnen