Synonyms

outnumber

American

[out-nuhm-ber] / ˌaʊtˈnʌm bər /

verb (used with object)

to exceed in number. number.

outnumber British

/ ˌaʊtˈnʌmbə /

verb

(tr) to exceed in number

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Etymology

Origin of outnumber

First recorded in 1660–70; out- + number

Example Sentences

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As it stands, ICE officers outnumber local police officers about two to one, with the Minneapolis and St. Paul police departments having just shy of 1,200 sworn officers between them.

From Salon

In crowded public grounds and roadside gatherings, young supporters belting out party songs and filming events on their phones outnumber all others.

From BBC

Once the second-most common U.S. restaurant type, pizzerias are now outnumbered by coffee shops and Mexican food eateries, according to industry data.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Austrian census of 1880 showed that the Germans of Laibach were outnumbered 3 to 1 by the Slovenes, who called the city Ljubljana.

From The Wall Street Journal

New highs have easily outnumbered new lows, and this indicator remains bullish.

From MarketWatch

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