squandering
Example Sentences
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They had a knack for disastrous drafting and squandering their top picks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
They have come in for criticism after squandering a 2-0 lead against bottom side Wolves on Wednesday, conceding a 94th-minute equaliser.
From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026
Related: Are Americans squandering their retirement savings on dining out?
From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026
Marseille followed their exit from the Champions League during the week by squandering a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at Paris FC on Saturday.
From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026
I stayed there for months playing back every minute of our time together, watching it like I watched the movies, trying to make sense of the days we buried squandering love.
From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García
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