exceed
verb (used with object)
to go beyond in quantity, degree, rate, etc..
are exceeding
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present progressiveof exceed.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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The competing interests mean that the odds of AI-related bills passing this year are exceeding low.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
Enrollment numbers are exceeding expectations, and the company remains on track to submit an application with the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 8, 2026
After finishing 11th last season, Tottenham are exceeding expectations under new head coach Martin Ho.
From BBC ● Dec. 14, 2025
Although some insurers are exceeding the requirements of the legislation passed following fires in 2018, others are not issuing funds, he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 23, 2025
“But here we are, speeding down the road. And we are speeding, aren’t we, Great-Aunt Tootie? Surely we are exceeding the posted speed limit?”
From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo
