outpace

verb

out·​pace ˌau̇t-ˈpās How to pronounce outpace (audio)
outpaced; outpacing; outpaces

transitive verb

1
: to surpass in speed
2
: outdo

Examples of outpace in a Sentence

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That explosive economic growth will be energy-intensive and outpace population growth, resulting in higher per capita energy consumption as wealth increases. Allan Marks, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025 The stock has gained more than 46% in the past month and nearly 42% in the past three, far outpacing the broader market in those periods. Sean Conlon,pia Singh, CNBC, 4 June 2025 In fact, many states’ economies outpace entire countries. Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2025 The number of dogs entering the shelters increased each year since 2022, but the number put to death far outpaced the population gain. Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for outpace

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of outpace was in 1611

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“Outpace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outpace. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

outpace

verb
out·​pace (ˈ)au̇t-ˈpās How to pronounce outpace (audio)
: outrun

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