Synonyms

outstrip

American

[out-strip] / ˌaʊtˈstrɪp /

verb (used with object)

outstripped, outstripping

to outdo; surpass; excel.
to outdo or pass in running or swift travel.

A car can outstrip the local train.
to get ahead of or leave behind in a race or in any course of competition.
to exceed.

a demand that outstrips the supply.

outstrip British

/ ˌaʊtˈstrɪp /

verb

to surpass in a sphere of activity, competition, etc
to be or grow greater than
to go faster than and leave behind

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Etymology

Origin of outstrip

First recorded in 1570–80; out- + strip ¹

Example Sentences

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Yet Villa have continued to outstrip expectation after making their worst start to a Premier League season in 28 years with just two points and no goals after four games.

From BBC

Some at the club believe that could create business and sponsorship opportunities which could outstrip those they had when they were in the Premier League.

From BBC

Even though there are lots of talented people out there, he added, “the demand outstrips supply.”

From The Wall Street Journal

The complexity of fast-changing markets and trading strategies is outstripping the capabilities of traditional risk tools.

From The Wall Street Journal

L’Oreal is the market’s dominant player with annual sales that far outstrip U.S. rivals like Estee Lauder or Johnson & Johnson’s beauty division.

From The Wall Street Journal

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