BEAT (IN) Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

beat (in)

verb

Definition of beat (in)

as in to cut in

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Other measures include the extension of a cut in the sales tax on electricity bills and the abolition of a charge paid on gas bills.

— Frank Andrews, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
Declaring that Chicago was facing a trifecta of crises in finances, public safety and confidence, Mendoza promised to cut in half the construction approval and permitting timeline for new buildings.

— Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026

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To fix the chemical interference, the research team added a decoupling modulator molecule featuring ammonium ions, iodide ions, and two sulfonate groups to the precursor solution.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Oct. 2026
The victory also adds another chapter to Lula's long political career, securing him a fourth, nonconsecutive presidential term.

— Catherine Osborn, NPR, 26 Oct. 2026

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