beaten

Example Sentences

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The couple has made six offers so far—always waiving inspections, almost always above the asking price—but were beaten each time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Italy missed out on a spot at this summer's showpiece event when they were beaten 4-1 on penalties by Bosnia-Herzegovina in Tuesday's play-off.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Aerospace and defense stocks have both been beaten up by the Iran war, especially higher oil prices.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

England have not beaten a nation ranked in the top 20 under Tuchel.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Somehow, Shackleton had always seemed invincible, but even the Boss had been beaten hard by the terrible night.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong