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outplay

[out-pley] / ˌaʊtˈpleɪ /






VERB
outperform
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Equity receivership, a bankruptcy-like proceeding used to reorganize troubled companies, was a favorite method that many of these tycoons deployed to outplay their rivals.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 27, 2026

Despite injuries and an occasional slow start, the Chargers are playing great defense and Justin Herbert should be able to outplay the Giants’ limited offense.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 25, 2025

In 2000, millions tuned in to watch Richard Hatch outwit, outplay, and outlast his teammates and competitors to become the first Survivor.

From Slate Oct. 27, 2024

You don’t have to have seen “Survivor” in years to know the whole point is to outwit, outplay and outlast by any means necessary including betrayal.

From Salon Feb. 24, 2024

"Do you think you can outplay Miss Stearns?" asked Laura anxiously.

From Jane Allen: Right Guard by Bancroft, Edith




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