be outdone JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/biː aʊtˈdʌn/ · be.out·done
verb phrase
- to be surpassed or exceeded by someone or something The company was determined not to be outdone by its competitors in terms of innovation and customer service.
- to be outperformed or outclassed in a particular activity or field The young athlete was not going to be outdone by her older sibling in the upcoming marathon.
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Did you know? The phrase 'be outdone' is often used in competitive contexts, such as sports or business, to convey a sense of determination and rivalry. It is also used in more lighthearted contexts, such as cooking or art, to describe a desire to create something exceptional and surpass others.