edging out

Example Sentences

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After a week of counting ballots from the 2 June primary race, the British-born candidate secured his slot to move ahead in the election, edging out billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer, a Democrat.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The Ronettes disbanded in 1967 as Motown and the British Invasion were edging out singing groups and Spector’s grip on the group increased.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

Revenue totaled $33.5 billion for the fourth quarter, edging out the $32.9 billion consensus view, while adjusted earnings per share of 52 cents cleared the 46-cent mark that analysts were modeling.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 28, 2026

Quarterly sales rose 2.9% to $1.85 billion, edging out Wall Street forecasts for $1.84 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

Others were edging out into the pastures alongside the road looking for forage.

From "My Brother Sam is Dead" by James Lincoln Collier and Christopher Collier