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worldbeater

American  
[wurld-bee-ter] / ˈwɜrldˌbi tər /
Or world-beater

noun

  1. a person or thing that surpasses all others of like kind, as in quality, ability, or endurance.


Etymology

Origin of worldbeater

First recorded in 1885–90; world + beater

Example Sentences

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A heavier representation by tech stocks and exposure to new industries has made South Korea’s index a worldbeater in 2026 while Canada has a greater representation by traditional industries like banking.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Drape: He looked like a worldbeater winning the Santa Anita Derby to go three for three.

From New York Times • Apr. 30, 2021

Speaking over the phone from his home in Brisbane, Corones is a reluctant worldbeater.

From The Guardian • Mar. 7, 2018

But I’d put him at 2 or 5 or 6, and he was a worldbeater.

From New York Times • Oct. 1, 2015

"Friends, there are no more traitors here," announced the worldbeater.

From Time Magazine Archive

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