outpace

verb

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

transitive verb

1
: to surpass in speed
2
: outdo

Examples of outpace in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The Investment Management segment, by far the smallest of the three, outpaced expectations on the top line, even as total assets under management came up a bit short versus expectations. Zev Fima, CNBC, 16 July 2024 Two other signs of weak demand: Prices are barely rising, and imports keep falling, even as exports soar. Follow the money: Household income growth is outpacing that of spending. Courtenay Brown, Axios, 16 July 2024 College costs have risen exponentially over the years, outpacing overall inflation and wages, making college generally less affordable, Finetti said. Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 14 July 2024 The Magic led by as many as 35 points, had four scorers finish in double figures and outpaced Cleveland 30-6 in fastbreak points during Friday’s 106-79 victory that served as the debut for No. 18 pick Tristan da Silva. Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 13 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for outpace 

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Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

outpace

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

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