surpass

Example Sentences

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Enrollment in the privately-run plans has steadily grown to surpass enrollment in traditional Medicare plans operated by the government.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

"As we surpass the furthest distance humans have ever traveled from planet Earth, we do so in honoring the extraordinary efforts and feats of our predecessors in human space exploration," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Broadcom is showing its might in the world of artificial-intelligence chips — with two expanded deals that suggest the company could surpass its prior expectations for AI revenue.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

The next No Kings protests — which are scheduled for July 4 — will almost certainly surpass that threshold.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

I was the best student in my class, but soon Hafsa, and even Seema, would surpass me.

From "Amal Unbound" by Aisha Saeed