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outrun
This term conveys a sense of competitive superiority or desperate evasion. In a literal sense, it describes a physical race where one entity possesses greater speed than another, often implying a survival instinct or a strategic advantage in a chase.
When used figuratively, the word shifts toward the concept of imbalance or avoidance. It describes scenarios where demand surpasses supply or where an individual attempts to flee from psychological burdens or legal consequences. This usage suggests a futile or high-stakes effort to stay ahead of an inevitable force.
Meanings
Examples
The gazelle managed to outrun the cheetah by weaving through the dense brush.
I bet I can outrun you to the end of the block.
The athlete trained for months to ensure he could outrun his rivals in the final sprint.
Demand for the new console has completely outrun the available supply.
The company's growth has outrun its current infrastructure.
He thought he could outrun his past by moving to a different city.
I can't keep doing this. I'm trying to outrun a ghost that won't leave me alone.