to make sounds that have a particular rhythm by hitting something such as a drum

The drummer beat out a steady rhythm while we marched. 我们随着鼓手打出的稳健节拍大步前进。

to make a fire go out by hitting it repeatedly with an object, such as a large piece of cloth

She beat the flames out with her bare hands. 她赤手空拳扑灭了大火。

to defeat someone or do better than them in a competition, sport, or business

They beat out several other rivals for the contract. 他们打败几个对手后获得了合同。