outpace

verb

out·​pace ˌau̇t-ˈpās How to pronounce outpace (audio)
outpaced; outpacing; outpaces
Synonyms of outpacenext

transitive verb

1
: to surpass in speed
2
: outdo

Examples of outpace in a Sentence

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Having a smart structure for AI verification is going to become increasingly critical as the technology performs more and more tasks, outpacing the ability of humans to verify all the work. Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 16 June 2026 Make no mistake, the Seahawks outpaced even their own timeline, so there’s expectation for improvement. Jeff Howe, New York Times, 16 June 2026 Even with increases in public funding, the demand for affordable childcare significantly outpaces supply, especially for infants. Michelle Cottle, Mercury News, 16 June 2026 With housing costs far outpacing wages, starter homes—typically defined as houses that are priced in the lower third of the market—are increasingly elusive. Jackie Cooperman, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for outpace

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of outpace was in 1611

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“Outpace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outpace. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

outpace

verb
out·​pace (ˈ)au̇t-ˈpās How to pronounce outpace (audio)
: outrun

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