lost cause

Example Sentences

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His long-term health isn’t worth risking to save a completely lost cause.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Tim Seifert whacked 52 from 26 balls but around him New Zealand lost regular wickets in pursuit of a lost cause, including Finn Allen, the Black Caps' semi-final centurion, for nine in the third over.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

Added to a pantry pasta when you realize the crisper drawer is a lost cause.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026

If you were considered a lost cause, how were you able to make such a surprising comeback?

From Slate • Nov. 19, 2025

Even though a lot of people have given up on them, I refuse to believe they’re a lost cause.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers