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Outplayed Meaning in English

word · lemma: outplay

ˌaʊtˈpleɪd
owt-PLAYD
aʊtplˈeɪd
owt-PLAYD

التعريف

To perform better than someone in a game, competition, or contest, especially by using superior skill or strategy.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Usually used in competitive settings—sports, games, debates, etc. Implies clear superiority, often in skill or tactics, not just luck. Typically in the past—'was outplayed', but can be future or present rarely. Not used for non-competitive contexts.

جمل نموذجية

The blue team outplayed the red team in the final game.

basic

She outplayed her opponent with clever moves.

basic

We were completely outplayed in the first half.

basic

Even though they lost, they never looked outplayed.

natural

We really got outplayed in chess yesterday—he saw all my tricks.

natural

It's tough to admit, but we were simply outplayed tonight.

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