outdo

Example Sentences

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

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

Arteta said the two had even taken their competitive spirit to trying to outdo each other in the gym, but were great friends off the pitch.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 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

Each one tried to outdo the other, and they worked so hard and diligently at it that before long their cities rivaled even Wisdom in size and grandeur.

From "The Phantom Tollbooth" by Norton Juster