outdo

Example Sentences

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CEO transitions not linked to activists saw the companies’ stocks outdo the S&P 500 by 2.5% the first year and 4% after two years.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Even in abnormal political times, competition can be healthy, spurring journalists to match or outdo rival outlets.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

I’m now the father of three grown children who are poised to outdo their parents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

"They bring the best out in each other, they know they have to push each other and improve constantly to outdo one another."

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2025

They don’t say nothing about the fact that I’m a math whiz, and can outdo ninth graders when it comes to figuring numbers.

From "The Skin I'm In" by Sharon G. Flake