defeated

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Four-time prime minister and Marxist leader Oli, 74, was defeated by Shah in Oli's own constituency.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

It was first worn in the 1880s when Scotland defeated England 6-1 on their home turf, a scoreline that had never been seen before.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

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

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

Amalia Holguin, Sage Hill, 5-9, Sr.: The Texas commit was a four-year standout, averaging 22.3 points for a team that defeated Southern Section Open Division champion Sierra Canyon in the state playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

Bobby defeated him in six straight games, the first shutout of a grandmaster in chess history.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady