outscore
Americanverb (used with object)
Example Sentences
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Jokic, who had scored 21 points, did not reappear for the second half and Miami capitalised to outscore the Nuggets 84-60 after the break to cruise to victory.
From Barron's • Dec. 30, 2025
"That balance worries me - they are reckless and look tactically naive at times. Maybe they will be a bit like Barcelona when they outscore opponents, but without the beauty."
From BBC • Nov. 16, 2025
After a 10-minute delay of the game, the Knicks went on to outscore Miami 24-6 before the fourth quarter started.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2025
The Lakers began the season convinced they would need to simply outscore their opponents because of their defensive liabilities.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2024
He wasn’t a natural at basketball like Rob, but he tried hard and hated for Rob to outscore him.
From "Forged by Fire" by Sharon M. Draper
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