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surpassing

American  
[ser-pas-ing, -pah-sing] / sərˈpæs ɪŋ, -ˈpɑ sɪŋ /

adjective

  1. of a large amount or high degree; exceeding, excelling, or extraordinary.

    structures of surpassing magnificence.

adverb

  1. in a surpassing manner; extraordinarily.

surpassing British  
/ sɜːˈpɑːsɪŋ /

adjective

  1. exceptional; extraordinary

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adverb

  1. obsolete  (intensifier)

    surpassing fair
"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • surpassingly adverb

Etymology

Origin of surpassing

First recorded in 1570–80; surpass + -ing 2

Example Sentences

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In Norway Tesla has sold nearly 29,000 cars since January, surpassing the record of any brand for an entire year.

From Barron's

Gold prices have risen 60% this year, surpassing the $4,200 mark.

From The Wall Street Journal

That evening’s performance marked the Mexican rock band’s 43rd arena show in the L.A. area, surpassing Bruce Springsteen’s record for most arena performances in the region.

From Los Angeles Times

His company's efforts to limit the impact of soaring price rises saw Octopus at the start of 2025 become Britain's largest household supplier, surpassing legacy firm British Gas nine years after its launch.

From Barron's

She struck out on her own and has been building her audience, rapidly surpassing Shapiro in podcast rankings.

From Salon

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