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Definition of outmuscle

outmuscle

/ˌaʊtˈmʌs.əl/
out · mus · cle
Past Simple:outmuscled
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Past Participle:outmuscled
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Present Participle:outmuscling
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outmuscle Lexical Profile

outmuscle Game Scores & Validity

• verb

1

To defeat or overcome an opponent through superior physical strength or power.

Example

"The visiting forward was able to outmuscle the defenders to score the winning goal."

2

To surpass or gain an advantage over a rival through greater financial, political, or organizational clout.

Example

"Large retail chains can easily outmuscle independent local shops when bidding for prime real estate."

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• Rhymes for outmuscle

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Outmuscle. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/outmuscle
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