end in defeat
Example Sentences
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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
Of course England's semi-final with Sweden could end in defeat.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2022
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
Over-eagerness to rush into work, especially into conspicuous and perilous work, is sure to end in defeat.
From Expositions of Holy Scripture: the Acts by Alexander Maclaren
