outbid

American

[out-bid] / ˌaʊtˈbɪd /

verb (used with object)

to outdo in bidding; make a higher bid than (another bidder).

outbid British

/ ˌaʊtˈbɪd /

verb

(tr) to bid higher than; outdo in bidding

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Derived Forms

outbidder

noun

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Etymology

Origin of outbid

First recorded in 1580–90; out- + bid ¹

Example Sentences

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However, they have been outbid by rivals on occasion, including in the deal that saw Marc Guehi join Manchester City in January.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Experts say multi-partner families are increasingly common in the Bay Area — Chloe noted they were recently outbid for a house by another triad with a child.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

In one case, he found himself outbid even after offering $70,000 over the asking price.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Baby boomers already own much of the housing stock, and we have the cash to outbid those who want to get their hands on the few homes on the market.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

He waited until the last few seconds of the auction and then outbid everyone.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline

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