Synonyms of outrun

outrun

verb

ˌau̇t-ˈrən 

as in to exceed

to go beyond the limit of

our expenses have been outrunning our revenues for some months now

Synonyms & Similar Words

• exceed
• surpass
• transcend
• overrun
• overshoot
• overreach
• overstep
• invade
• break
• outreach
• encroach
• trespass
• overpass
• infringe
• entrench
• overdo
• overwork
• overuse
• overutilize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of outrun

Move too quickly and organizations burn out, make avoidable mistakes, or outrun their capabilities. — Harvard Business Review, 29 Sep. 2026

Slowing down became less a wellness cliché and more a survival skill, an essential part of learning to live inside my healing rather than constantly trying to outrun it. — Stefanie Benjamin, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026

Some of the skills needed to make data center components are even outrunning the trade schools, like the specialized welding skills needed. — Kevin Williams, CNBC, 26 Sep. 2026

Then, two plays later Baugh burst through the line and outran everybody for a 33-yard TD and 27-17 lead. — Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026