lose it
Example Sentences
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Instead of gaining fat, these individuals actually lose it.
From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2026
In 1930, Republicans narrowly won control of the House—only to lose it after several of their representatives-elect died.
From Slate • Apr. 24, 2026
It doesn’t matter how much you accumulated yesterday if you lose it all today; the top spots are always opening up.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
Surrey, having copped the worst of the conditions early in the match, showed the fortitude and skill not to lose it.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
That’s when Mom chimed in to say the main advantage of being human is the brain, so use it or lose it, young man.
From "The Young Man and the Sea" by Rodman Philbrick
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