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defeat

[dih-feet] / dɪˈfit /






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Many on the other side of the argument would recognise his concern that this debate has become corrosive, but the idea that they will simply give up and accept defeat is fanciful.

From BBC

Spurs have struggled since Frank replaced the sacked Ange Postecoglou and are 14th in the Premier League table following a run of five defeats in eight matches in all competitions.

From Barron's

Nottingham Forest are still lingering just above the relegation places, and Monday's defeat at Fulham was a disappointing result for them.

From BBC

Following defeat in the third Test in Adelaide, which sealed England's fourth successive Ashes loss in Australia, Stokes said he "absolutely" wanted to remain skipper.

From BBC

Paramount goes hostile, refusing to accept defeat in the Warner Bros. auction.

From Los Angeles Times