outfox

[out-foks]

outfox Definition

to defeat or deceive someone by being more clever or cunning than they are.

Using outfox: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "outfox" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She managed to outfox her competitors and win the race.

  • Example

    The detective was outfoxed by the criminal's clever plan.

  • Example

    He tried to outfox the teacher by cheating on the exam, but he got caught.

outfox Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with outfox

  • to be too clever for one's own good, resulting in a mistake or failure

    Example

    He thought he could outfox the stock market, but he ended up losing all his money.

  • to defeat someone by using their own methods or strategies against them

    Example

    She outfoxed her opponent at their own game by using the same tactics they had used against her in the past.

  • to be more clever or cunning than someone who is known for being clever or cunning

    Example

    He was able to outfox the fox and catch it in the trap.

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Summary: outfox in Brief

'Outfox' [out-foks] means to defeat or deceive someone by being more clever or cunning than they are. It is often used in situations where one person is trying to outsmart another, as in 'She managed to outfox her competitors and win the race.' 'Outfox' can also be used in phrases like 'outfox oneself,' meaning to be too clever for one's own good, and 'outfox the fox,' meaning to be more clever than someone who is known for being clever.