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at a loss









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This year’s event has a record number of participants, and is set to break even after operating at a loss for the last two years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Many South Korean seniors reportedly canceling life-insurance policies at a loss to fund stock-trading accounts.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

In unadjusted accounting, Snowflake operates at a loss.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

They argue that the reimbursement system is too slow to respond when prices spike, leaving pharmacies dispensing at a loss.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

I’d never seen her at a loss for words.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller




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