Ahead of the curve

Meaning

More advanced or innovative than others.

Usage

Used to compliment foresight.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Graph metaphor where the curve represents norms.

Business and tech writing adopted it in the late 20th century.