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outpacing


Meanings
  • verb

    Moving or progressing at a faster rate than others or expected.

  • verb

    Surpassing or outdoing someone or something in a particular area.


Rhymes
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racing , chasing , pacing , gracing
Variants
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outpace , outpaced , outpaces , outpacing
Forms
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outpaces, outpaced, outpacing


Etymology
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Outpacing is derived from the past participle of the verb 'outpace', which means to move or go faster than someone or something. The word 'out-' is a prefix meaning 'beyond' or 'outside', and 'pace' comes from the Old French word 'pas', meaning 'step'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'outpacing' was first used in print in the 15th century.

  2. The fastest animal in the world, the cheetah, can outpace cars up to 70 miles per hour.


Related Concepts
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  1. Competition: Outpacing is related to the concept of competition, as it implies surpassing others in a particular area.

  2. Progress: Outpacing is also related to the concept of progress, as it implies moving forward at a faster rate than others or expected.


Culture
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Outpacing has been used in various forms of literature and art to represent competition, progress, and achievement. For example, in the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, Scout outpaces Jem during a game of tag, symbolizing her growing independence and maturity.

How to Memorize "outpacing"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a race where you are outpacing your competitors by taking longer, stronger strides.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'outpacing' with the image of a runner in the lead, leaving others behind.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the acronym O-U-T-P-A-C-I-N-G: Outpacing Understands The Power of Achieving Consistent Improvements Now.


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