as in extraordinary
being out of the ordinary
accepted the apology with exceeding graciousness
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1
as in surpassing
to go beyond the limit of
by resorting to corporal punishment, the teacher had clearly exceeded his authority
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as in eclipsing
to be greater, better, or stronger than
her knowledge of French wines exceeds that of anyone else I know
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Recent Examples of exceeding
Trisha Powell Crain, AL.com, 30 Jan. 2018
Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
Some areas could see wind gusts approaching or exceeding 60 mph with relative humidity dropping near or below 10%, creating conditions where fires can spread rapidly.
—Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
Nearly half of their income went directly to housing, far exceeding the 30% threshold commonly used by housing experts to define affordability.
—Brianna Mantaras, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
The MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute team is continually enhancing its level of cardiac care across Southern California by offering patients the latest in minimally invasive cardiac care, often exceeding the capabilities of major academic hospitals, while keeping care close to home.
—Memorialcare, Oc Register, 16 Feb. 2026
Lab analysis of these ongoing samples showed salt levels climbing steadily into the following year, vastly exceeding natural levels in the local groundwater, a sign to regulators of potential oil and gas contamination, according to results reviewed by The Frontier and ProPublica.
—Nick Bowlin, The Frontier, 16 Feb. 2026
Many of the villages in this region could only be reached by boat until the relatively recent construction of a road south from Kalamata to Areopoli; the latter village is considered something of an urban hub for the area, despite its population barely exceeding 1,000.
—Rob Crossan, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026
Over time, Rathna rotated through multiple departments and logged more than 200 volunteer hours, far exceeding the program’s minimum requirement of 24 hours.
—Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 16 Feb. 2026
Mike Phillips, a former Democratic member of Montana’s state Senate, told me that if the goal is to actually recover the species, humans should set their sights higher than just barely exceeding the threshold at which the animals might snuff out.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Students in the ready and exceeding categories are counted as proficient.
—Trisha Powell Crain, AL.com, 30 Jan. 2018
Verb
Ice accumulations of at least one-tenth of an inch are possible, with localized amounts exceeding one-quarter inch in parts of northern Michigan, according to the Weather Prediction Center winter weather forecast.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
Some areas could see wind gusts approaching or exceeding 60 mph with relative humidity dropping near or below 10%, creating conditions where fires can spread rapidly.
—Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
Nearly half of their income went directly to housing, far exceeding the 30% threshold commonly used by housing experts to define affordability.
—Brianna Mantaras, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
The MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute team is continually enhancing its level of cardiac care across Southern California by offering patients the latest in minimally invasive cardiac care, often exceeding the capabilities of major academic hospitals, while keeping care close to home.
—Memorialcare, Oc Register, 16 Feb. 2026
Lab analysis of these ongoing samples showed salt levels climbing steadily into the following year, vastly exceeding natural levels in the local groundwater, a sign to regulators of potential oil and gas contamination, according to results reviewed by The Frontier and ProPublica.
—Nick Bowlin, The Frontier, 16 Feb. 2026
Many of the villages in this region could only be reached by boat until the relatively recent construction of a road south from Kalamata to Areopoli; the latter village is considered something of an urban hub for the area, despite its population barely exceeding 1,000.
—Rob Crossan, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026
Over time, Rathna rotated through multiple departments and logged more than 200 volunteer hours, far exceeding the program’s minimum requirement of 24 hours.
—Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 16 Feb. 2026
Mike Phillips, a former Democratic member of Montana’s state Senate, told me that if the goal is to actually recover the species, humans should set their sights higher than just barely exceeding the threshold at which the animals might snuff out.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 16 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exceeding
Adjective
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But the fundraising efforts have been an extraordinary example of the community that continues to exist, Frenkel said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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The Poster House show is founded on the private collection of Michael Lellouche, who, in his introduction to the accompanying book, points out an extraordinary symbiosis.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Pokémon is the world’s highest-grossing media franchise, surpassing even Disney and Star Wars.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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And Gamson’s college buddy Fred Maher, a drummer for Lou Reed, Richard Hell, and the avant-funk band Material, who, like Gartside, saw how the new electronic pop was surpassing the musical adventurousness of his old post-punk comfort zone.—
Andy Cush,
Pitchfork,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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With current policies and spending, the country’s national debt will surge to 120% of GDP by 2030, eclipsing the previous record of 106% set right after World War II.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Week leading up, the game dominated headlines, alongside and even eclipsing the war.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The event will focus on wisdom and wellness, featuring engaging speakers, meaningful conversations, and breathtaking coastal views paired with exceptional cuisine, according to a news release.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Sponsored by the Christopher Isherwood Foundation, the award honors exceptional work and encompasses fiction, travel writing, memoir and diary.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This kind of careful pruning is superior to topping, which results in weak and spindly growth and shortens a tree's lifespan.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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From topping tacos and chips to upgrading burgers and grain bowls, the mealtime opportunities are endless.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In the footage and images released by the FBI, the suspect appears to have a gun holstered near the center of his waist – an unusual position – and is seen wearing a backpack with reflective straps.—
Chelsea Bailey,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Austin criminal defense attorney Sam Bassett told CBS affiliate KEYE-TV that a declaration of innocence is very unusual.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The space now resembles a tree house—partly because of its abnormal roof, but also due to its all-over sky-blue color.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
17 Feb. 2026
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Type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, hypertension, abnormal lipids, fatty liver, heart attacks, stroke, heart failure.—
Sarah Koch,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The winding canopy walkway runs above the treeline, offering a completely unique vantage point over the gardens.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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What is extraordinary is not the teacher (or student), per se, but the underlying experience of teaching and learning as a communion of unique intelligences.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Exceeding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exceeding. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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