at a loss
Example Sentences
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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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