as in extraordinary
being out of the ordinary
accepted the apology with exceeding graciousness
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as in surpassing
to go beyond the limit of
by resorting to corporal punishment, the teacher had clearly exceeded his authority
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as in eclipsing
to be greater, better, or stronger than
her knowledge of French wines exceeds that of anyone else I know
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Recent Examples of exceeding
Trisha Powell Crain, AL.com, 30 Jan. 2018
Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Enterprises in stages three and four, on the other hand, had financial performance well above industry average — exceeding 10 percentage points.
—Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Elements To Consider When Crafting Autonomy Evaluation With demand for expertise far exceeding available talent, this field offers opportunities to meaningfully contribute to AI safety while advancing our understanding of machine autonomy.
—Lukas Petersson, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Conversely, states with higher populations, greater demand and elevated operating costs—such as California—report significantly higher fuel prices, with some exceeding $4 per gallon.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Under his bill, those convicted of possessing a small amount of cannabis would be guilty of a summary offense and face a fine not exceeding $100, with no possibility of incarceration.
—A.j. Herrington, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The key, however, is not just delivering on the needs but exceeding them.
—Mohamed Madkour, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The employment market is strong, economic growth is exceeding expectations, and potential inflation-inducing changes in fiscal and immigration policy loom large.
—Garth Friesen, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The resolute bullish commentators like to point out that the current bull phase is not particularly mature, with the average duration of a post-1945 cyclical bull market (defined as the span between 20% or greater index declines) exceeding five years.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2024
Adjective
Students in the ready and exceeding categories are counted as proficient.
—Trisha Powell Crain, AL.com, 30 Jan. 2018
Verb
Crocs business continues to demonstrate strong overall performance, with a Q3 operating margin exceeding 25%, an impressive metric for a footwear company.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Enterprises in stages three and four, on the other hand, had financial performance well above industry average — exceeding 10 percentage points.
—Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Elements To Consider When Crafting Autonomy Evaluation With demand for expertise far exceeding available talent, this field offers opportunities to meaningfully contribute to AI safety while advancing our understanding of machine autonomy.
—Lukas Petersson, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Conversely, states with higher populations, greater demand and elevated operating costs—such as California—report significantly higher fuel prices, with some exceeding $4 per gallon.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Under his bill, those convicted of possessing a small amount of cannabis would be guilty of a summary offense and face a fine not exceeding $100, with no possibility of incarceration.
—A.j. Herrington, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The key, however, is not just delivering on the needs but exceeding them.
—Mohamed Madkour, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The employment market is strong, economic growth is exceeding expectations, and potential inflation-inducing changes in fiscal and immigration policy loom large.
—Garth Friesen, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The resolute bullish commentators like to point out that the current bull phase is not particularly mature, with the average duration of a post-1945 cyclical bull market (defined as the span between 20% or greater index declines) exceeding five years.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exceeding
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With 26 magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans capturing the evolution of a first-time mother’s brain, we are offered a rare glimpse into the extraordinary adaptability of our most vital organ.William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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The seven books below follow people who faced extraordinary predicaments and, instead of caving in, found ways to push back.Vanessa Armstrong, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2025
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The 2024 edition marks the highest tally of all time, greatly surpassing Barack Obama’s previous record of 95,894 pages.Clyde Wayne Crews Jr., Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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The movie Wicked has officially become the highest-grossing Broadway adaptation in box office history, surpassing the movie musical Mamma Mia.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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Penn State has been an elite run defense all season, with only three teams rushing for more yards against the Nittany Lions this season than Boise State did — USC, Ohio State, Oregon — and only one other individual running back eclipsing 100 yards.Justin Williams, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
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But now, with two games to play, the Philadelphia Eagles running back is 268 yards from eclipsing the mark of Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson, who set the league record of 2,105 with the Rams in 1984.Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2024
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Its standout features include a large, vibrant display, fast charging, and exceptional battery life.Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
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The list spotlights the most exceptional achievements in film by Asian Pacific creatives over the past year.Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
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In the 1950s, McGee received an unusual form of recognition for his heroism.Eleanor Watson, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
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Behind the elegant exterior penned by British studio RWD, the interior has unusual details that include a coffee corner, library, and two-bedroom owner’s apartment.Katia Damborsky, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2025
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In a poll — admittedly unscientific — conducted on X during the three hours leading towards kick-off, the abnormal, uncomfortable and unfamiliar position Newcastle fans found themselves in was evident.Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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Then, in rare cases—about 1% of those with HCM —the disease is associated with sudden cardiac death due to abnormal heart rhythms that result in the heart ceasing to beat effectively.Perri Ormont Blumberg, TIME, 30 Dec. 2024
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The Sacramento Bee 916-326-5502 Andrew Sheeler covers California’s unique political climate for The Sacramento Bee.Andrew Sheeler, Sacramento Bee, 7 Jan. 2025
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With a lineup of unique and groundbreaking artists, the label is all about supporting genuine artistry and pushing the boundaries of various genres.SPIN Contributor, SPIN, 7 Jan. 2025
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An outstanding spirit with a wonderfully rounded and smooth palate and a spicy crescendo.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Another outstanding question is whether there will be further expansion of access to medical marijuana through the state’s Compassionate Use Program.Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Exceeding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exceeding. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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