English

outfox

gb/aʊtfˈɑks/ us/aʊtfˈɑks/
English
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Verb C1 action
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Defeat someone by cleverness

To win against someone by thinking faster or being more clever.

Usage pattern: outfox sb
Examples
  • She managed to outfox her opponent in the debate.
  • The smaller team outfoxed the champions with creative tactics.
Grammar
Dictionary form
outfox
IPA
GB/aʊtfˈɑks/
US/aʊtfˈɑks/
Syllables & stress
out - fox (2 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (fox)
Word forms
Verb
  • Base: outfox
  • 3rd Person Singular: outfoxes
  • Present Participle: outfoxing
  • Past: outfoxed
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