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one-upped

 

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Term: one-upped

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To surpass or outdo someone in an aspect or achievement.

Usage: Popular

Description: "One-upped" is a colloquial term used to describe the act of surpassing or outdoing someone in a particular aspect or achievement. It often implies a sense of competition or rivalry, where one person tries to outshine the other.

Sample Sentence: Sally thought she had the best costume at the party, but then Mark showed up in an elaborate homemade Spider-Man outfit and totally one-upped her.

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