crushing defeat

Example Sentences

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And Slot has warned his side they have to play much better or face another crushing defeat.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Sir Keir said it had been an "honour" to work with him, thanking him for "turning our party around" in the wake of its crushing defeat in the 2019 election.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026

Despite the crushing defeat the two-time major winner said praise must go to Svitolina.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

Being asked about an unpleasant subject in the wake of a crushing defeat made McVay testy.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2025

There was a clear, bright gleam in Ethan's eye as he concluded his answer with, "....to meet one's Waterloo means to suffer a crushing defeat."

From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg