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wilt

[wilt] / wɪlt /


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But one number shows just how badly the 2018 MVP tends to wilt in the biggest moments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

That high press caused Lyon to wilt in the north London sunshine; mistakes contributed to both Arsenal goals, while the visitors' all-star attack didn't force Daphne van Domselaar into a single save.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

The injury-ravaged Lakers were expected to wilt in the playoffs, but Luke Kennard delivered a blistering shooting show during a win over Houston.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

Dr. Chen said the findings will support the development of commercial banana varieties that can withstand Fusarium wilt.

From Science Daily • Feb. 19, 2026

They only ever last an hour or two before they wilt and fall apart.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy




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