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defeat

[dih-feet] / dɪˈfit /






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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

India made history in November, defeating South Africa to clinch their first Women's World Cup win.

From BBC