beaten

Example Sentences

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He still hopes to see China's return to football's biggest stage, having watched them beaten 4-0 by Brazil at the 2002 World Cup.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

And in the last year it has beaten the U.S. and tied No. 2 Spain.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Caligiuri faked right then cut left, the beaten defender sticking his right leg out wildly in protest.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Despite setting a new personal best, Great Britain's Keely Hodgkinson is beaten by Switzerland's Audrey Werro during the women's 800m at the Stockholm Diamond League.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

“How about my garret? It’s a bit downtrodden to be sure, but well off the beaten path.”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood