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surpass

[ser-pas, -pahs] / sərˈpæs, -ˈpɑs /


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Railroads were essential to the development of American industry — allowing the U.S. to surpass Europe about 130 years ago — by providing business access to markets and supplies.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Now, as part of the countdown to the World Cup, Mexico City is attempting to surpass that mark.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

If Raman can catch up and eventually surpass Pratt in the vote count, she could pose a considerable challenge to Bass as more young voters come to the polls in November.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

But as hard as he tried to surpass Coltrane’s popularity, Mr. Rollins did not succeed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Each new auction seemed to surpass the previous one for the record of the highest single bid and the total of millions collected.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann




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