losing

Example Sentences

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In Philadelphia, Mattingly got his chance because the Phillies were losing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

England's last World Cup win also came at home in 2017, but they have fallen short in global tournaments since, most recently losing to South Africa in last year's 50-over semi-final.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Russian forces are losing nearly 35,000 soldiers a month, according to Western intelligence estimates, more than the Kremlin can recruit.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Snowflake’s stock has soared 28.4% in May through Wednesday’s close, which puts it on track to snap a six-quarter losing streak in which the stock has tumbled 50.4%.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

And the only way Wolf could shake off the bear would be by losing the river eyes .which would mean there’d be no chance of destroying the bear.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver