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squander

[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

Despite the recent surge in interest, MLB is careening toward a labor meltdown that threatens to squander that goodwill.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

You will respect your stepdaughter’s position by excising her from the trust, while ensuring you don’t leave a lot of swag for your stepson to squander.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 20, 2025

"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

It would have been unthinkable to squander two activities on the same bit of time!

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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