Outfight (Verb)
Meaning
To fight better than; get the better of; "the Rangers outfought the Maple Leafs"; "The French forces outfought the Germans".
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.
Examples
- The underdog boxer outfought the heavily favored champion to claim the title in a major upset.
- In the intense battle, the Spanish infantry outfought Napoleon's troops and secured a crucial victory.
- The young athlete outfought her opponent in the mixed martial arts competition, impressively displaying her skills.
- During the war, the patriotic rebels outfought the better-equipped government forces at every turn.
- The experienced general's tactical genius helped his army outfought the enemy forces despite being outnumbered.