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losing

[loo-zing] / ˈlu zɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
said of one who loses
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ADJECTIVE
said of an activity in which one must lose
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Example Sentences

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Rose, a three-time Masters runner-up, will compete in the 90th Masters after losing the last one to Rory McIlroy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

In 2000, Lopes got his shot at managing, signing a three-year deal with the Milwaukee Brewers, who posted losing records in his first two seasons.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The news pushed down crude prices, with West Texas Intermediate losing almost 20 percent and Brent as much as 16 percent.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

After losing to PSG, he insisted the team would not give up on their Champions League ambitions.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Ignoring the aching feeling that I’m losing my best friends, I leave Lily with Camille and stride confidently out the front door.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller