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Word of the Day - Outstrip

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outstrip

/aʊtˈstrɪp/
verb
[with object]
1 Move faster than and overtake (someone else)
1.1 Exceed.

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Macy outstripped all the other exotic dancers, completing the process of disrobing in less than five seconds. The "gentlemen" in the club didn't tip her very well.

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