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outspend

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[out-spend] / ˌaʊtˈspɛnd /

verb (used with object)

outspent, outspending
  1. to outdo in spending; spend more than.

    They seemed determined to outspend their neighbors.

  2. to exceed (one's resources) in spending.

    He quickly outspent his fortune.


Etymology

Origin of outspend

First recorded in 1580–90; out- + spend

Example Sentences

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So why are they racing to outspend one another?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Baby boomers make up the majority of cruisers, and that cohort has continued to outspend other generations.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

But the issue is how to persuade owners to spend another $100 million when the Dodgers still might outspend them by $300 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

The action is between the people donating, trying to outspend each other.

From BBC • Oct. 30, 2024

It’s tough being so rich you can outspend anyone, but not so rich you can afford to buy a third-rate social network without a little help.

From Slate • Oct. 10, 2023

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