Slightly ahead in a game Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, February 22, 2006 · 8-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, February 22, 2006.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 22, 2006 · 8-Down · 5 letters
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To outdo, to perform something slightly better than a competitor's prior effort.
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