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losing

[loo-zing] / ˈlu zɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

said of one who loses

Synonyms

STRONGEST

defeated falling unsuccessful

STRONG

doomed failing ruined undone

ADJECTIVE

said of an activity in which one must lose

Synonyms

STRONGEST

futile lost

WEAK

desperate hopeless

Example Sentences

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"Losing Alex was going to be very difficult for us to find a new team," the Newcastle head coach said.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Losing her job would mean losing her healthcare and maternity leave benefits.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

"Losing my dad and my two sisters in less than a month..." she told AFP, trailing off.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Losing weight does not necessarily remove social bias.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

Losing her was like being cleft down the middle.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen