think ahead
to plan for the future
to consider what might happen later and make plans or preparations now.
If you want to save money for a holiday, it's important to think ahead and start budgeting early.
"think" — same verb, different meanings
Phrasal verbs built on "think" — same verb, but the particle changes the meaning. Pick the one that fits.
think
ahead
think aheadto consider what might happen later and make plans or preparations now.If you want to save money for a holiday, it's important to think ahead and start budgeting early.
over
think overTo spend time thinking about something carefully before making a decision.I need some time to think over your suggestion before I decide.
up
think upTo create or come up with something in your mind, such as a new idea, plan, or excuse.She had to think up a good excuse for being late to the meeting.
think over
consider carefully
To spend time thinking about something carefully before making a decision.
I need some time to think over your suggestion before I decide.
think up
invent or imagine (an idea, plan, or excuse)
To create or come up with something in your mind, such as a new idea, plan, or excuse.
She had to think up a good excuse for being late to the meeting.