surpass

Example Sentences

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"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

WSJ | Buy Side: How to find savings-account rates that surpass the national average.

From The Wall Street Journal • 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 liked how you sounded on the phone. I am sure with you on board our circulation will soon surpass Glass. You know we are a much younger publication but already catching up to them!”

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie