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to outrun
01
to move at a greater speed than someone or something
Transitive: to outrun sb/sth
Grammatical Information
Movement verb
Regular
Present tense
outrun
3rd person singular
outruns
Past simple
outran
Past participle
outrun
Examples
Despite his initial lead, the sprinter could n't outrun the fastest competitor in the final lap.
02
to surpass or exceed a limit, expectation, or previous achievement
Transitive: to outrun a limit or level
Examples
The company 's profits continue to outrun projections, showcasing its consistent financial growth.
