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How to pronounce bested

“bested” pronunciation in American English

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“bested” in real sentences

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  1. He admitted that Cato had bested him at this.

    Big Think

  2. And we were bested by Seth Meyers in a long white coat...

    Late Night with Seth Meyers

  3. Jimmy, he has bested me ♪ ♪ Right here on the show ♪ ♪ Oh, the

    The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

  4. No one, however, has yet bested Josh Widdicombe's ultimate demonstration of total adoration.

    Taskmaster

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