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Yes, ahead is playable

...and is worth 8 points.

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OTCWL2014 (NASPA Word List 2014)
TWL06 (NASPA List 2006)

"Ahead" Definition

idiom

Be ahead To be winning or in a superior position: The home team was ahead in the second period. Your company is ahead in developing the new technology.

adverb or adjective

In, into, or for the future .
In or toward a more advantageous position .
At or to an earlier time in advance .
In a forward direction or position .
In front.

adverb

At or to a different time; earlier or later: moved the appointment ahead, from Tuesday to Monday.
At or to the front or head.
In a forward direction; onward: The train moved ahead slowly.
In an advanced position or a configuration registering the future: Set the clock ahead.
In or into a more advantageous position: wanted to get ahead in life.

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