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  • present participle of lose.
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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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The weight of the $80 monthly loan payments—which cover only interest—and the threat of her parents losing their land, torments Samrith Sarav.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

After a letter from the Football Association warned the government that the country risked losing the World Cup, concessions were made to allow them to take part.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Over half of U.S. companies are losing sales due to policy restrictions; new U.S. tariffs are expected, with Xi’s September visit eyed for clarity.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The buzz: Qatar made its World Cup debut four years ago and became the first host to exit the tournament without a point, losing all three group-play games by two goals each.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Please forgive me, knowing that I have gone to make a better life for us all, one in which I will never have to come close to losing one of you again.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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