end in defeat

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President Volodymyr Zelenskiy renewed his appeal on Wednesday for U.S.-built F-16 fighter jets, saying their appearance with Ukrainian pilots would be a sure signal from the world that Russia's invasion would end in defeat.

From Reuters • May 25, 2023

While I might have shied away from the next few calf-wrestling opportunities, I listened to Chris’ advice and didn’t let the day end in defeat.

From Washington Times • Jun. 14, 2017

Vesely figured he might as well enjoy his date with Djokovic, which would undoubtedly end in defeat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2016

The match looked destined to end in defeat for the tourists when stand-in captain Jacques Kallis was bowled for 89 in the 43rd over with the score at 225-8.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2010

Assault on those strong fortifications would waste time, and perhaps end in defeat.

From Historical Tales, Vol 5 (of 15) The Romance of Reality, German by Morris, Charles