lose ground

Example Sentences

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While a derby defeat to Lille last weekend did see them lose ground on PSG, Lens remain the most credible challenger to the league leaders heading into this season's final straight.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

While Somalia continues to lose ground to the al-Qaeda-linked al-Shabaab, Somaliland has maintained peace and democratic governance for more than three decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

But Alibaba could lose ground in other areas.

From Barron's • Oct. 9, 2025

But he is worried that Indian exporters may lose ground to African competitors who offer similar quality products at lower prices.

From BBC • Sep. 4, 2025

She worried that easing up on their demands during the war would cause women to lose ground and forfeit the modest gains they had won.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling