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

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The partnership is aimed at developing a highly survivable, self-driving AMPV prototype at speeds that rapidly outpace traditional development cycles. Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2025 And while many sellers are taking notice of this change and delisting their properties, inventory is still outpacing demand. Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025 Indeed, wellness has become a trillion-dollar global industry, projected to grow at a rate far outpacing overall economic expansion. Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025 Guzman quickly learned that growth required more than trying to outpace competitors. Wyles Daniel, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for outpace

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 10 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

outpace

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

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