outpace

verb

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

transitive verb

1
: to surpass in speed
2
: outdo

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The survey does not offer an explanation for why the United States appears to be outpacing its peers on trust. — Nicholas Florko, STAT, 10 Oct. 2026 Demand for care also continues to outpace the available clinical workforce. — Bill Miller, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2026 Horror lovers have more options for wide releases today, but the genre isn’t dramatically outpacing other kinds of theatrical films. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2026 O’Hare’s consulting and solicitation budget of $47,000 outpaced Simmons’s $34,000. — Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for outpace

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 14 Oct. 2026.

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