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outdo in German

outdo in German is übertreffen — outdo means to do better than someone else; to surpass.

outdo in German

übertreffen
verb
(transitive) To excel; go beyond in performance; surpass.

What does "outdo" mean?

  1. verb To do better than someone else; to surpass.
    "Each sibling tried to outdo the other with more extravagant gifts."
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outdo in a sentence

  • Each sibling tried to outdo the other with more extravagant gifts.
  • The new restaurant outdoes its rivals in both taste and service.

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What is "outdo" in German?

"outdo" in German is übertreffen. outdo means: To do better than someone else; to surpass.

How do you use "outdo" in a sentence?

Example: "Each sibling tried to outdo the other with more extravagant gifts." In German, "outdo" is übertreffen.

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