at a loss
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That guaranteed the teams with revenue, with brokers benefiting from a markup for popular games but taking the risk that tickets to less popular games would sell at a loss, or not at all.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
"To be honest, when he is no longer around, I'll be at a loss," Godin quipped to AFP.
From Barron's ● Aug. 24, 2026
Vivak Shah, who runs three dental practices in Northamptonshire, continues to offer NHS treatment but says it operates at a loss.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026
“I’m at a loss of words to express the sorrow and the anger I have at the treatment you’ve been dealt by the system.”
From Salon ● Aug. 10, 2026
"Anything to say, Camellia? You're usually never at a loss for words," Sophia taunts.
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
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