end in defeat
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President Volodymyr Zelenskiy renewed his appeal on Wednesday for U.S.-built F-16 fighter jets, saying their appearance with Ukrainian pilots would be a sure signal from the world that Russia's invasion would end in defeat.
From Reuters ● May 25, 2023
While I might have shied away from the next few calf-wrestling opportunities, I listened to Chris’ advice and didn’t let the day end in defeat.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 14, 2017
Vesely figured he might as well enjoy his date with Djokovic, which would undoubtedly end in defeat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 24, 2016
The match looked destined to end in defeat for the tourists when stand-in captain Jacques Kallis was bowled for 89 in the 43rd over with the score at 225-8.
From BBC ● Feb. 21, 2010
But the frantic efforts of those who are interested in supporting delusions must always end in defeat.
From History of the Conflict Between Religion and Science by John William Draper
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