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defeat

[dih-feet] / dɪˈfit /






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Last night's defeat drew swift and emotional reactions across Italian politics and society.

From BBC

England concluded the so-called 'Send-Off Series' before the World Cup with defeat against Japan at Wembley.

From BBC

One defeat in nine in the Premier League.

From BBC

In season 2 of “High Potential,” your character Lieutenant Soto faces a moment of defeat when she’s not chosen to be captain.

From Los Angeles Times

Given the gut-wrenching nature of their penalty shootout defeat against Bosnia, it was understandable that many of them couldn't stomach this fixture.

From BBC