one-ups

present tense third-person singular of one-up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for one-ups
Verb
  • Even seasoned executives can be shaken when a crisis outpaces standard protocols.
    Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Greiner also noted that the number of people who are 65 and older and own a home far outpaces the rest of South Florida.
    Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Reflect on what your business excels at.
    Sneha Lundia, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Soraya excels in science and math, and dreams of becoming a doctor an accountant.
    Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Honestly, the makeup is the *best* part of character creation and outshines The Sims in every way.
    Melanie Curry, Refinery29, 28 Mar. 2025
  • From gamma rays to the vacuum of space, Conan’s resilience outshines nature’s toughest competitors.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Scarlet is described as the story of a brave princess who transcends time and space.
    Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 23 Dec. 2024
  • His journey transcends personal achievement.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Anything that exceeds $250,000 would still go before the council for approval.
    Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 24 Mar. 2025
  • Senior housing and skilled nursing often exceeds $100,000 per year.
    Joseph Coughlin, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Having witnessed her courage and resilience up close, Biden also missed the chance to provide relief for someone who has a legacy of fighting to end the war on drugs that far outstrips many politicians.
    Zy Richardson, Baltimore Sun, 5 Feb. 2025
  • Shein is known for producing fashion at a pace that outstrips both trend cycles and consumer demand.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Jan. 2025
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“One-ups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/one-ups. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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