outrun
v
(pt outran , pp outrun) [Tn]
run faster or better than (sb/sth) 比(某人[某物])跑得快, 善跑
The favourite easily outran the other horses in the field. 那匹热门马一下子就把其他的马甩在了後边.
(fig 比喻) His ambition outran his ability, ie He was ambitious to do more than he was able. 他志大才疏.
🗣️ 情景例句
He really likes to play the field.
他不喜欢做出承诺。
If he doesn't play, who will?
如果他不,谁要去玩?
Though a little suspicious this time, the policeman gave him the same answer.