Outplay
(verb)
- To play better than (an opponent).
- To outdo or surpass in a particular activity or game.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from out- "beyond" + play.
Examples:
- He outplayed his opponent and won the game.
- She outplayed her rivals and won the tournament.
- The team outplayed the others and won the championship.
- He outplayed his opponents by using a new strategy.
- He outplayed the competition by offering superior quality and service.