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excel

[ik-sel] / ɪkˈsɛl /


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CPUs can excel in this kind of sequential computing, but what you’d really like to have are purpose-built chips that can handle decode cheaply and efficiently, without, for example, the need for pricey off-chip memory.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

"Fraudsters, and romance fraudsters in particular, excel at spinning a narrative that can sound plausible to victims," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

One of the things that I learned from competitive sports is that I excel when I’m stressed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

It would have been nice if the first move was obtaining players who excel at defense.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

Because it’s hard to excel at something when you can’t even join the club.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein