defeat
Example Sentences
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Being asked about an unpleasant subject in the wake of a crushing defeat made McVay testy.
From Los Angeles Times
Both Heat and Scorchers have two points, with one win and one defeat so far.
From BBC
Greaves hit the headlines when defeating world champion Luke Littler in October to reach the World Youth Championship final.
From BBC
We have had callers on 6-0-6 suggesting his time is up at Turf Moor, but I think that is harsh because they have still been competitive despite all those defeats.
From BBC
England were pushed towards the precipice of the fastest Ashes series defeat in more than 100 years as a Travis Head century maintained Australia's grip on the third Test in Adelaide.
From BBC
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