defeat
Example Sentences
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Before that, they suffered a 2-1 defeat by Brazil on their homecoming return but recorded a 3-0 win over Australia three days later.
From BBC
The club from the French capital were knocked off the top of the Ligue 1 table at the weekend after a 3-1 defeat away to Rennes allowed Lens to climb above them.
From Barron's
There was never any danger of a repeat of the 2006 Turin Games when the Swedes defeated the Americans at the same stage.
From Barron's
Her defeat meant China have still not won a gold in Italy.
From Barron's
He boasts 34 wins from 37 fights, including 24 knockouts, alongside two defeats by Usyk and a draw with Deontay Wilder.
From BBC
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