outpace

verb

out·​pace ˌau̇t-ˈpās How to pronounce outpace (audio)
outpaced; outpacing; outpaces

transitive verb

1
: to surpass in speed
2
: outdo

Examples of outpace in a Sentence

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Despite the notable changes in the media landscape that have taken place since then, the two game shows continue to attract millions of viewers every night, outpacing the audience of dozens of primetime programs and generating millions of dollars in revenue. Brad Adgate, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025 In the 19th century it was widely planted in Bordeaux, even outpacing cabernet sauvignon in areas like the Médoc. Rachel King, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025 Criticism of the crowds at Scotiabank Arena is not new in Toronto, where ticket prices have long outpaced the average fan’s means. James Mirtle, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025 That outpaces the Galaxy XCover6 Pro, which uses a Snapdragon 778G and scored 1,106 and 2,834 on the same tests. PC Magazine, 11 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for outpace

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of outpace was in 1611

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“Outpace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outpace. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

outpace

verb
out·​pace (ˈ)au̇t-ˈpās How to pronounce outpace (audio)
: outrun

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