exceed

Definition for exceed

verb as in be superior to; surpass

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Strong matches

beat, best, better, cap, distance, excel, outdo, outrun, outshine, overstep, overtake, overtax, pass, surmount, transcend

Weak matches

break record, get upper hand, go beyond, go by, have a jump on, have advantage, have it all over, out-distance, outreach, rise above, run circles around

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Its value also exceeds entire sectors of the S&P 500, including utilities, industrials and consumer staples.

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The company said it will issue financial results for the period after the market closes on Nov. 10, expecting to exceed the high end of its previously issued guidance.

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Investment banking revenue exceeded expectations due to stronger fixed-income trading, the analysts say.

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This exceeded expectations of $11.99 billion, according to the same consensus.

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Residents filled jugs and buckets before the water was shut off, knowing the electric company planned to cut power once the winds exceeded 60 kilometers per hour.

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