defeated

Example Sentences

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And as defeated as Day felt, he knew she didn’t truly want to quit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

It is the second time peers have defeated the government over the proposal, which would give ministers 12 months to decide which social media platforms should be unavailable to under-16s.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

“This will be defeated, there’s no question in my mind,” Newsom said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

The Marshall Plan used America’s wealth to rebuild its defeated former enemies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

“Whatever. Let’s just go,” Seven said, feeling defeated.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega