Answer: excels

AnswerCrossword Clue
EXCELS

Surpasses.

EXCELS

Distinguishes oneself

EXCELS

Is a shining star

EXCELS
Outshines the competition
EXCELS
Doesn't do just O.K.
EXCELSBreaks records
EXCELSOutshines
EXCELSSurpasses
EXCELSShines.
EXCELSRises to the top
EXCELSStands out
EXCELSGets straight A's
EXCELSHas no peer
EXCELSShines
EXCELSPerforms extremely well
EXCELSIs superior
EXCELSDoes extremely well
EXCELSDoes spectacularly