excels

Example Sentences

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At a school that excels in many different sports, the Wolverines rose to the top.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

Moorer says that “he excels as a singer, songwriter, player, harmony singer and producer.”

From Salon • May 15, 2026

"Here, every boy is expected to master at least three roles. Take Estevao, for instance: he plays as a No 10, but also excels as a 7 and an 11."

From BBC • Mar. 24, 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

“And I’ve heard their cook excels at pastries. Don’t give their young Edward a thought. Enjoy yourself. Let your mother enjoy herself. I will direct the replacement troops here at the coffeehouse.”

From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson