Meaning of exceed

1. The student's performance in the exam exceeded all expectations.
2. The company's profits exceeded their projections for the quarter.
3. The speed of the car exceeded the posted limit.
4. The athlete's dedication and hard work allowed her to exceed her previous personal best.
5. The cost of the project exceeded the budget allocated by the client.
6. The quality of the product far exceeded that of its competitors.
7. The noise level in the restaurant exceeded the legal limit, prompting complaints from nearby residents.
8. The temperature in the desert often exceeds 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer.
9. The company set a goal to exceed last year's sales numbers by 20%.
10. The amount of trash generated by the event exceeded the capacity of the waste management system.