beaten
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Among the more than 440 S&P 500 companies reporting second-quarter earnings so far, 86% have beaten analysts’ estimates, according to FactSet data.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
Forecasts suggest that this record is likely to be beaten as early as next week, with some suggesting the potential for a sixth heatwave to develop.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
At the height of the fighting in the main breach, after repeated Ottoman attacks had been beaten back, Giustiniani was badly wounded and withdrew to seek treatment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
Spurs also signed defender Van Hecke despite reported interest from Chelsea, having already beaten Manchester United and Manchester City to the two record-breaking midfielders.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
The walls were covered with thinly beaten gold, and the floor was a marvel of mirrors and sapphire pools.
From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi
