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to beat out
[phrase form: beat]
01
to defeat and perform better than someone in a competition, sport, business, etc.
Transitive: to beat out a competitor
Example
Their dedication and teamwork helped them beat out the other teams.
The political candidate worked hard to beat out the opposition.
Through hard work and determination, they beat out other startups in the industry.
02
to make a rhythmic sound by hitting something consistently, commonly used in the context of music or drumming
Transitive: to beat out a rhythm
Example
The drummer enthusiastically beat out a lively rhythm during the performance.
As the music played, the children clapped their hands to beat out a simple beat.
In the marching band, the drumline worked together to beat out a precise cadence.
03
to suppress a fire or flame completely
Transitive: to beat out a fire
Example
They tried to beat out the flames with sand during the fire drill.
The sprinkler system automatically activated to beat out the fire in the office.
The firefighter bravely entered the building to beat out the blaze.
