excel
verb (used without object)
to surpass others or be superior in some respect or area; do extremely well.
excels
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present tense formof excel (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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One reason is that most software development isn’t about writing code, where AI excels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
Hungary and Zandvoort have long-duration corners, where the McLaren excels.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
Cinzia, who is 5-9, also excels in both sports.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
But he also excels at making others feel embarrassed, even the shameless ones.
From Salon ● Jun. 26, 2026
This is one area Marv excels and delights in.
From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak
