lose
Example Sentences
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"While it is always heartbreaking to lose a young animal, sadly this is not uncommon in large cat litters," said Richard Langston, head of carnivores at Howletts.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“If we were to leave, we would lose a portion of our buy-in — about $80,000.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
“Will they keep the theme tune? Will they lose the blue box? Will they bring back the Drahvin?! It’s all up for grabs, which is so Doctor Who, exciting and unpredictable and new!”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
"You have the trials and the tribulations, you win some, you lose some, you make progress, you sometimes have setbacks, but you have made it, and this day we've made it," added the CEO.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
"We have lost time. And we will have to lose more in due course, while Rowan and Jonn dry their clothes. Which are"—he held his nose—"rather in need of attention, in my opinion."
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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