outdone

Example Sentences

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That figure, the total raised for three paintings, was outdone by John Oliver promoting the auction of one more during the 2025 finale of “Last Week Tonight.”

From Salon • May 2, 2026

Littler was not to be outdone, though, and duly nailed a 170 finish of his own as he fought back to force a final-leg decider, following two missed match darts by the three-time world champion.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Over the last year it has been outdone only by rival Sandisk among large-cap stocks.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Never one to be outdone, Buckley offers some final thoughts.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

The ants started a single-file parade up the side of Our Lady, drawn by the honey, and not to be outdone, a handful of scout bees showed up and landed on Our Lady’s head.

From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd