as in to exceed
to be greater, better, or stronger than
the special effects in this new sci-fi extravaganza excel any that we've seen previously
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Recent Examples of excel
The brand excels in seductive underpinnings, with remarkable quality and luxurious fabrics.
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Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2025
Williams, a punt returner in college, has the speed to excel in the third phase.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025
Symptoms & Causes of Diabetes Having worked as a biomedical research assistant in labs across three countries, Jenny excels at translating complex scientific concepts – ranging from medical breakthroughs and pharmacological discoveries to the latest in nutrition – into engaging, accessible content.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 4 Mar. 2025
Bachelor host Jesse Palmer would excel on The Traitors, says Wells Adams
Dina’s BFF, Enrita, and her friend Lauren pull Grant for a chat first.
—Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 4 Mar. 2025
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Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2025
Williams, a punt returner in college, has the speed to excel in the third phase.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025
Symptoms & Causes of Diabetes Having worked as a biomedical research assistant in labs across three countries, Jenny excels at translating complex scientific concepts – ranging from medical breakthroughs and pharmacological discoveries to the latest in nutrition – into engaging, accessible content.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 4 Mar. 2025
Bachelor host Jesse Palmer would excel on The Traitors, says Wells Adams
Dina’s BFF, Enrita, and her friend Lauren pull Grant for a chat first.
—Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for excel
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High-performance cultures prioritize excellence and ensure that their teams are equipped to achieve and exceed their goals.—
Margaret Graziano,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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The Mets’ spending for the 2021-24 seasons exceeded what the lower-rolling Tampa Bay Rays, Miami Marlins and Pittsburgh Pirates each spent over the past 21 years.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
5 Mar. 2025
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Lucid — The electric vehicle stock surged more than 9% after fourth-quarter results surpassed analysts’ estimates on the top and bottom lines.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
25 Feb. 2025
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The administration has now surpassed what even the strongest proponents of presidential power may have once argued.—
Claire B. Wofford,
The Conversation,
25 Feb. 2025
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No player completed more than his 286 progressive passes in Ligue 1 last season, while only Julien Ponceau could better his 70 progressive carries from a central midfield role.—
Thom Harris,
The Athletic,
6 Feb. 2025
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Since at least 2023, Roche Bobois has been strategically focused on fortifying its position in the Chinese market in order to better tap into the growth potential of the world’s second-largest economy.—
Sofia Celeste,
WWD,
30 Jan. 2025
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The 19 points marked Bridges’ highest-scoring quarter of the season and eclipsed his full-game output from each of the previous seven games.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Williams and Bernard were the only two receivers to eclipse 150 yards last season, so this group needs more dependable options to take the passing game to the next level.—
Kennington Smith III,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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Rose was one of baseball’s greats who topped MLB’s all-time hit list with 4,256 over a 24-season career.—
Issy Ronald, Wayne Sterling and Christian Sierra,
CNN,
2 Mar. 2025
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Then just last year on the Senior Tour, Frank Bensel Jr. topped them all.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Excel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/excel. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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