Example Sentences

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Patient Capital’s fund returned 35% over 12 months, outpacing the S&P 500.

From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026

Alzheimer’s is the single most expensive disease to manage, even outpacing heart disease and cancer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

“The consumer demand is simply outpacing that increase in capacity,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

Counting the latest run, CoreWeave has surged 66% in 2026, outpacing the broader market’s 10% gain.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

With demand outpacing supply, doctors established a custom of graciously and discreetly accepting any offered cadaver.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson