as in surpassed
to be greater, better, or stronger than
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Recent Examples of outdone
Not to be outdone by these veterans, Beaumont has recently seen a wave of new spots open, expanding and reviving the area’s distinct barbecue style.
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J.c. Reid, Houston Chronicle, 2 May 2026
There’s lots of space, only outdone by the third row capacity.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
Wendy's has never outdone McDonald's in size or sales, either, but since its start in 1969, the chain with the square patties and the shakes too thick to be called shakes has had as big an impact as any other on the ways fast food is defined and sold around the world.
—Bob Vitale, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Not to be outdone, the amazing Tessa Thompson turns in a fantastically free-wheeling performance as Cass' artist girlfriend, Detroit.
—Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
Gervin, not to be outdone, later scores 63 against the New Orleans Jazz.
—Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Euphoria Season 3 has already outdone itself, and the first episode doesn’t even premiere for 10 more days.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
Boilermakers star Braden Smith had 13 points on 4-of-17 shooting to go with seven assists, while Oscar Cluff gave a 14-point and 10-rebound double-double in a strong Purdue effort that was outdone by a strong Wildcats team in the second half, who only had two losses all season.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
Not to be outdone, on Wednesday, New8, the co-production alliance between eight northwestern European public broadcasters, unveiled their upcoming slate.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
J.c. Reid, Houston Chronicle, 2 May 2026
There’s lots of space, only outdone by the third row capacity.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
Wendy's has never outdone McDonald's in size or sales, either, but since its start in 1969, the chain with the square patties and the shakes too thick to be called shakes has had as big an impact as any other on the ways fast food is defined and sold around the world.
—Bob Vitale, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Not to be outdone, the amazing Tessa Thompson turns in a fantastically free-wheeling performance as Cass' artist girlfriend, Detroit.
—Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
Gervin, not to be outdone, later scores 63 against the New Orleans Jazz.
—Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Euphoria Season 3 has already outdone itself, and the first episode doesn’t even premiere for 10 more days.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
Boilermakers star Braden Smith had 13 points on 4-of-17 shooting to go with seven assists, while Oscar Cluff gave a 14-point and 10-rebound double-double in a strong Purdue effort that was outdone by a strong Wildcats team in the second half, who only had two losses all season.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
Not to be outdone, on Wednesday, New8, the co-production alliance between eight northwestern European public broadcasters, unveiled their upcoming slate.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outdone
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The film surpassed $400 million at the global box office, and a sequel that is based on the author’s follow-up book The Housemaid’s Secret is set for release in 2027.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
7 May 2026
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Addie Hajj surpassed 100 career goals, helping to fuel North Reading during a 17-8 Cape Ann League victory over Essex Tech.—
Tyler McManus,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2026
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Hagan’s memo identified money that exceeded the tax’s projections, reallocated sports complex dollars or unallocated tax funds as potentially viable for the Rays.—
Nicolas Villamil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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The discoveries have exceeded expectations, and archaeologists believe additional caves will be uncovered.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
3 May 2026
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This one is infused with marrow and topped with radish, plus more onion, cilantro and salsa on those beautiful blue corn tortillas.—
Louisa Kung Liu Chu,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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International benchmark Brent Crude topped $112 a barrel Tuesday with no clear indication of an imminent resolution to the war that has severely constrained shipping traffic through the strait.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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At its zenith, sky-gazers can expect to see as many as 50 meteors an hour under optimal conditions, although NASA warns that fainter meteors may be eclipsed by bright moonlight this year.—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
3 May 2026
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Jackson LaCombe’s assist on Gauthier’s goal moved him back into a tie for the NHL’s playoff points lead with nine, though he was soon eclipsed when Leon Draisaitl’s assist on a late academic goal pushed the German star’s total to 10.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
1 May 2026
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In particular, the Golden Knights excelled at denying Utah on the power play.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 May 2026
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Colbert converted from safety to linebacker last season and excelled on special teams before sustaining a season-ending injury in the second half of the year.—
Omar Kelly
May 1,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
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“Outdone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outdone. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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