The July 2016 combined average temperature over global land and ocean surfaces was 0.87°C above the 20th century average, besting the previous July record set in 2015 by 0.06°C.
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Besting
/ˈbɛstɪŋ/
Synonyms for "besting" (18 found)
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13 entriesacademic outperformancedebate superioritydefeatdominanceedgegrant competition successknockoutmarket leadoutclassoutperformsurpasstrouncingvanquishment
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6 entriesact of bestingbesting competitorsbesting expectationsbesting opponentsbesting rivalsbesting the field
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