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at a loss









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Major athletics events frequently operate at a loss when costs including security, marshalling, appearance fees and broadcast infrastructure are factored in, particularly if there is no sponsor.

From BBC Jul. 6, 2026

The company still operates at a loss, and is not expected to show a profit until its $20 billion multiyear cloud contract with OpenAI accelerates next year.

From Barron's Jun. 23, 2026

“I’m at a loss for words,” said his coach, Lionel Scaloni.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 22, 2026

This year’s event has a record number of participants, and is set to break even after operating at a loss for the last two years.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 10, 2026

For the first time since they had been upstairs, Maya seemed at a loss for words.

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway




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