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edge out

VERB
defeat narrowly
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When not trying to edge out Gicurasi, Ubwuzu is beating up Imfura, another younger male whose defeat at the hands of Ubwuzu begins his ostracization from the group.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The England centre slotted the winning kick - his seventh out of seven - to edge out the Italians in a breathless encounter at the Stadio Comunale di Monigo.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Still, it has looked to edge out Novo, and Foundayo could be a way to do just that.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

These investors are able to edge out potential would-be homeowners, thanks to cash offers and quick closing times.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025

She couldn’t keep the bitter edge out of her voice.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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