outwitting

Example Sentences

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The combined efforts of Adam, Barbara and Lydia are crucial to outwitting his schemes.

From Salon • Oct. 19, 2024

Blackburn were eager not to become a plotline in future 'Welcome to Wrexham' episodes and quickly took control of the game, outwitting their opponents with slick passing and sharp movement to create several chances.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2024

Bletchley Park’s most famous feat was outwitting Germany’s Enigma encryption machine, which produced a constantly changing cipher and was widely considered unbreakable.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 31, 2023

Like a great action hero, she endures physical trials while outwitting her adversaries.

From New York Times • Jun. 27, 2022

She was much sweeter when she thought she was outwitting him.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin