excels

Example Sentences

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The U.S. excels at deterrence by punishment—the ability to impose costs at range.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

It is what British science excels at, leading to the discovery of the electron, the structure of DNA and the development of the first computer.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

But Reaves, who excels at nearly every sport he attempts, including golf, bowling, tennis, pickleball and table tennis, just has great touch, Redick said with a shrug.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

It’s this automatic built-in tension between the researcher and Harris, and ultimately Harris and the general public for decades, that excels within this story.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

A Meecham gets the best grades, wins the most awards, excels in sports, is the most popular, and is always found near the top no matter what endeavor he undertakes.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy