Time to look ahead

EVE

The day before a new beginning often ends with this three-letter word.

The clue "Time to look ahead" hints at "EVE" by playing on two meanings. "Eve" can refer to the evening before a significant day, like New Year's Eve, which is a time when people look ahead to the future. Additionally, "Eve" is short for "evening," a time of day often associated with transitioning into the next day. The wordplay ties the idea of time with anticipation.