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outspend

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[out-spend] / ˌaʊtˈspɛnd /

verb (used with object)

outspent, outspending
  1. to outdo in spending; spend more than.

    They seemed determined to outspend their neighbors.

  2. to exceed (one's resources) in spending.

    He quickly outspent his fortune.


Etymology

Origin of outspend

First recorded in 1580–90; out- + spend

Example Sentences

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But for the hyperscalers, AI represents both a generational opportunity and a threat to their businesses, spurring a competition to outspend the others, Michael Green, chief strategist and portfolio manager at Simplify Asset Management, told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch

"Amazon has once again indicated it is willing to outspend its rivals with an eye-watering $200 billion in planned capex spending for 2026, far exceeding expectations."

From Barron's

But the issue is how to persuade owners to spend another $100 million when the Dodgers still might outspend them by $300 million.

From Los Angeles Times

His love of stand-up comedians led Netflix to outspend HBO and essentially take over what was seen as a niche business of comedy specials.

From The Wall Street Journal

The action is between the people donating, trying to outspend each other.

From BBC