edge out
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This means people often vote for countries where they see some historic allegiance, or vote tactically to edge out old rivals.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
The 22-year-old, who also won silver in slopestyle and big air in Italy, posted a best score of 94.75 at Livigno Snow Park to edge out China teammate Li Fanghui, who scored 93.00.
From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026
The favorite for individual gold earned 10 points toward the United States’ total of 69 to edge out Japan by one.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2026
A cooler Christmas could affect final figures, but it is likely that 2025 will edge out the current record of 10.03C from 2022, the Met Office says.
From BBC • Dec. 22, 2025
Not bothering to change into my swimsuit, I hurry along the path, hoping to edge out dusk.
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
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