beaten

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France, beaten finalists in 2022 and tipped to make a deep run this year, rounded off their preparations in style as Michael Olise struck a hat-trick in a 3-1 defeat of Northern Ireland in Lille.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 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

Bielsa had led Chile back to a World Cup following two successive absences from the tournament, and in South Africa they progressed to the last 16 where they were beaten by Brazil.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

A beaten semi-finalist in 2024, Andreeva was hugely impressive throughout her 6-1 6-3 victory and will await compatriot Diana Shnaider, the 25th seed, or Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska in Saturday's final.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

“A Fake Shift. That’s what I call it. When you think you’ve beaten it, but you haven’t.”

From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini