defeat
Example Sentences
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England were defeated by Wales at their home World Cup in 2015, which was the last meeting between the sides at the tournament.
From BBC
Much less familiar is Guglielmo of Malavalle, a twelfth century hermit venerated by the Augustinians for defeating a dragon using a simple wooden staff shaped like a pitchfork.
From Science Daily
France won the Six Nations last year, with their sole defeat against England at Allianz Stadium.
From BBC
That included, in retrospect, a shocking season-opening defeat to the Raiders, who wound up winning only two more all season.
It was supposed to be UCLA’s toughest game since its defeat to No. 4 Texas in December.
From Los Angeles Times
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