outdo

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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

They conclude that it signals toughness—and vow to outdo him.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

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

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

And Terri Lyne can stand beside any man and hold her own and outdo many men.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

We counted out loud the number of lakes we stepped over, trying to outdo each other.

From "The Circuit: Stories from the Life of a Migrant Child" by Francisco Jiménez