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outplay

American  
[out-pley] / ˌaʊtˈpleɪ /

verb (used with object)

  1. to play better than.

outplay British  
/ aʊtˈpleɪ /

verb

  1. to perform better than one's opponent in a sport or game

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Etymology

Origin of outplay

First recorded in 1640–50; out- + play

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