outmarch

[ out-mahrch ]

verb (used with object)

1. to march faster or farther than.

Word History and Origins

Origin of outmarch¹

First recorded in 1640–50; out- + march ¹

Example Sentences

Neither army being able to outmarch the other, both drew up masses of pikes in parallel lines.

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We attributed the attempt to outmarch us to their ignorance of the spirit and personnel that made up Co.

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Now, if we try to outmarch them, they will catch us in the woods and shoot every one of us before we can get to Ernee.

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Weuns could outfight and outmarch you bluebellied Yanks every time.

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That night the Turkish army, reinforced, was trying to outmarch us.

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