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edge out

VERB
defeat narrowly
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“Vanguard has been able to edge out BlackRock…because of their brand and structure,” says Eric Balchunas, senior ETF analyst with Bloomberg Intelligence.

From Barron's Jun. 5, 2026

This means people often vote for countries where they see some historic allegiance, or vote tactically to edge out old rivals.

From The Wall Street Journal May 16, 2026

Versatility helped Marcus, who was on the bench for the first Lions Test in the summer, edge out Northampton's Fin for England's final two autumn internationals.

From BBC Feb. 17, 2026

The favorite for individual gold earned 10 points toward the United States’ total of 69 to edge out Japan by one.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 8, 2026

He checks his rearview and side mirrors, trying to edge out safely.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina




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