beaten

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Growth stocks have largely beaten value shares, fueled by the dizzying run-up of big tech companies such as Apple and Nvidia that have helped power stocks to records and historically expensive levels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Much like in 2022 when inflation was a concern, value funds have beaten growth.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

There have been memorable FA Cup occasions though, like the time Tottenham were beaten 2-1 here in 1988.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The couple has made six offers so far—always waiving inspections, almost always above the asking price—but were beaten each time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The picture blew away like the ashes that had been beaten in the mortar so long ago in the village, the day Vatete died.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer