defeats
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England also faced criticism in the build-up to the 2023 World Cup, which included five defeats in six games and a first-ever loss to Fiji.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
Hampshire won six of their opening seven South Group games to put themselves in the driving seat for top spot, before stuttering with three defeats from five to end the group phase.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
Captain Ben Stokes called time on his England career during their series defeat by New Zealand in early July, while head coach Brendon McCullum was sacked on Sunday after seven defeats in nine Tests.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
It’s inconvenient to be reminded that for every victorious warrior, there’s the enemy he defeats.
From Slate ● Jul. 10, 2026
Most of the world’s most renowned masters had visited the club—it was steeped in the echoes of legendary games, epic battles, hard-fought victories, and heartfelt defeats.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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