Answer: alap

AnswerCrossword Clue
ALAPGain ..: get further ahead in the race
ALAPWords after take or gain
ALAPGain ... on
ALAPGain ... (get ahead in a race)
ALAP"Take ...!" (track coach's order)
ALAPGain ...
ALAPMake ... (sit)
ALAPWhat coach might tell you to take
ALAP"Take ...!" (coach's order)
ALAP"Take ...!" (track coach's shout)
alapthe introductory section of a raga, also ALAAP, ALAPA
alapa style of Indian vocal music without words