outdo (oneself)
outdo (oneself)
To outperform or outclass one's previous actions or efforts. Wow, Mom, this chili is delicious—you really outdid yourself! The legal team have outdone themselves with this contract.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
outdo oneself
To do something exceptional or superb, especially in relation to past efforts: outdid himself in preparing dinner.
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American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
- outdo
- outdo oneself
- leave (something or someone) standing
- leave somebody/something standing
- leave someone or something standing
- knock (the) spots off (someone or something)
- knock spots off
- knock spots off somebody/something
- knock spots off someone/something
- cook (something) to perfection