to be greater than a number or amount, or to go past an allowed limit
Since I exceeded my limit, I decided to get rid of my credit cards.
The team's performance exceeded expectations, securing a decisive victory.
Despite initial projections, sales for the new product exceeded the company's forecasts.
The project's success was evident when it exceeded the set targets for both efficiency and quality.
The level of customer satisfaction exceeded our goals, demonstrating the impact of our improved services.
