edge out

verb

edged out; edging out; edges out
Synonyms of edge outnext
: to slowly become more successful, popular, etc., than (someone or something)
The company is gradually edging out the competition.
Efficiency has edged out price as the top reason people give for buying the car.

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In the other matchup, Walker continued his run, edging out Caminero 6-5 to put him in contention for the Home Run Derby trophy. Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2026 The 32-year-old Englishman edged out Andrew Wilson with an impressive 68 to win by a shot and qualify for the final major of the year with his wife-to-be, Emily, back on the bag. Gregg Evans, New York Times, 13 July 2026 But river, lake and lochside homes led the category with a 71% premium, edging out coastal homes at 66%. Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 For the first time, moderation has edged out taste as the top consideration when people drink, at 35% versus 33%. Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for edge out

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“Edge out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/edge%20out. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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