defeated
Example Sentences
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The current dispute between China and Taiwan dates to a civil war between the nationalist forces of Chiang Kai-shek, who retreated to the island in 1949 after being defeated by Mao Zedong's communist fighters.
From Barron's ● Oct. 10, 2026
In 2025, the team defeated the Indiana Pacers to win its first NBA championship since relocating.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
Scott was excellent on his full debut as England defeated Croatia 7-0 in the Nations League on Saturday.
From BBC ● Oct. 5, 2026
His code name was Lawful, and Ted did want to prove that he couldn’t be defeated.
From Salon ● Oct. 4, 2026
The rain had even defeated Puli the lion-hearted; he would not accompany us to the quarry.
From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya
