defeated

Example Sentences

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Seeing him in such a defeated posture came as no surprise.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“Every technology gets defeated at some point,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Being defeated in war is not a choice.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Regarding this self-description, Bobby explained to a friend that he had never been defeated.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady