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adj. - Far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree; Exceeding usual limits especially in excellence.

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Usage examples (33)
  • Adjective : structures of surpassing magnificence
  • Verb (used with object) : He surpassed his brother in sports. ,misery that surpasses description
  • He had not succeeded in surpassing a decent mediocrity.
  • He also went 10-of-13 from the line in surpassing 30 points for the ninth time this season.
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