beat
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Wingers who can beat people when given one-on-one opportunities will, I'm sure now be encouraged to do just that.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Many Chinese products now match or beat Western competitors on quality and price without government help.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Once more, Becerra was the focal point of attacks, befitting his newfound status as the candidate to beat.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
The skipper scored again to seal Manchester City the FA Cup, before they beat Inter Milan in the Champions League final a week later to secure the Treble.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
My heart thudded faster, closer, till it felt as though it were going to beat its way up into my throat and block out my breath.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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Music - Introductory
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Music - Middle School
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Music - High School
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