beat off
Example Sentences
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Wylfa beat off competition from another site at Oldbury in Gloucestershire, with the reactors designed by British engineering firm Rolls Royce, subject to final contracts, which are expected later this year.
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The Austrian team beat off competition from reigning European champions Budapest who were on track to win, but ended up in fourth place.
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Offloads that went to ground or straight into Argentine hands were one serious issue, as were passes just a beat off the runner.
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Romola Garai beat off stiff competition - including from herself - to take home the Olivier for Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Years.
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The deal for 12 three-engine AW-101 helicopters was signed in February 2010 after AgustaWestland beat off competition from US and Russian rivals.
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