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[skwon-der] / ˈskwɒn dər /


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After losing in straight sets to Rishvanth Krishna from Irvine University in last year’s final, Huarte was not about to squander his second chance.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

"Of course we are sad but the league is not over tonight. There are still many months to go," De Zerbi said after seeing his side squander a golden opportunity to take first place.

From Barron's • Nov. 29, 2025

The aim is to avoid the fighting that has destroyed fortunes and left relatives battling in court, or just make sure younger generations don’t squander the fortune.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 19, 2025

Don’t squander it by falling victim to any more entitled ne’er-do-wells.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 9, 2025

“B, you’re just starting out with us, and you’ve got a great future ahead of you. Why do you want to squander your big chance on pointless skirmishes?”

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan




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