outrun

Example Sentences

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Inflation rates may continue to outrun wage growth for the near future, economists said following the release of Tuesday’s data.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Most of the stories are matter-of-fact, and Bertei avoids the absolute worst consequences for a while before she can’t outrun it any more.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

NASA’s powerful Launch Abort System, designed to outrun an exploding rocket, is the result of years of work from scientists and engineers across the country, including in Southern California’s Mojave Desert.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

There is also the well‑publicised statistic that Chelsea have been outrun by every Premier League opponent in every match this season.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

It was not the storm I was trying to outrun; it was Mr. Dowuona’s special welcome.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo