defeat
Example Sentences
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In its defense, today the lyrics may accurately reflect how many of us feel defeated or at least exhausted by a relentlessly challenging year.
From Salon
Rob Edwards’ side arrived at Old Trafford on a run of 11 successive Premier League defeats, the Midlands club firmly at the foot of the table with a mere two points from 18 matches.
From Barron's
Wilfried Nancy insists he can oversee a revival in Celtic's fortunes following a 2-0 defeat by Motherwell that represented his fifth loss in seven game since taking charge of the Scottish champions.
From Barron's
There were glimpses of each Tuesday night for USC, in a brutal 30-27 Alamo Bowl overtime defeat at the hands of Texas Christian.
From Los Angeles Times
For as much as they have been "underwhelmed" by England's defeat, they have also embraced the country – Lisa has even done a skydive.
From BBC
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