How to Use outmuscle in a Sentence

outmuscle

verb
Definition of outmusclenext
  • Erasmus said of the plan to try to outmuscle the smaller but faster Japan pack.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Oct. 2019
  • That could change on Sunday, when South Africa aims to outmuscle them and slow them down.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Oct. 2019
  • Neville Gallimore’s been a stud, but the Sooners need to outmuscle the Cyclones.
    — Joe Buettner, ajc, 7 Oct. 2017
  • Giorgio Chiellini - Renowned around the world as one of the finest centre-backs, there are few players that can outmuscle and outwit Chiellini.
    — SI.com, 12 June 2019
  • Can be exposed when left on an island against someone who can outsize or outmuscle him.
    — USA TODAY, 27 Apr. 2021
  • But Kimball was able to outmuscle Lancaster late and distance itself with a nine-point margin of victory.
    — Dallas News, 4 Mar. 2023
  • And while many similar in build have gone on to thrive, the ability to outmuscle other players is a plus in a physically imposing division.
    — Henry Flynn, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2023
  • Unlike goliath birdeaters, the much smaller noble false widow spider can’t outmuscle its prey.
    — Jack Tamisiea, Scientific American, 16 Mar. 2023
  • Kuminga isn’t going to outmuscle foes, but a player with his physical skills can add a measure of intimidation.
    — Scott Ostler, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 Aug. 2021
  • Stewart asserted himself offensively, using his body to outmuscle Wood and Alperen Sengun for a 16-point, eight-rebound day.
    — Omari Sankofa Ii, Detroit Free Press, 18 Dec. 2021
  • These efficiencies are one example of how large corporations can outmuscle smaller competitors.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 24 Nov. 2019

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