defeats
Example Sentences
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Lose Game 2, and the Dodgers will be two defeats from a bitter winter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2026
“People may underestimate wind and solar power,” Cena says in one ad, describing industry job creation as he calmly defeats several grizzly bears in a tug-of-war.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
Close's professional record reads as 25 victories, three defeats and one draw - which came against Eubank.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
“Backpack” defeats “910” to win Fat Bear title.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026
While we had heard some talk of German military defeats on the various fronts, we were not sure if they were credible.
From "Night" by Elie Wiesel
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