beaten

Example Sentences

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Much like in 2022 when inflation was a concern, value funds have beaten growth.

From Barron's • 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

They reached the final of this year's Africa Cup of Nations and, despite being beaten 1-0 by Senegal, they have been controversially awarded the title.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Securing another triumph in Miami helped Sinner close the gap on Alcaraz, who was beaten in the third round, at the top of the rankings.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

But once beaten and broken in battle so that he cannot regroup his troops, there is nothing else to be feared than the ruler’s family.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli