losing

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She won a seat in Congress in 2006 and then began a relentless run for the presidency, losing three times—twice by extremely slim margins.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

More than half of respondents said they were losing sales due to policy restrictions and uncertainty, while 40% were losing sales from U.S. tariffs, and 30% from rising nationalism.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

After a letter from the Football Association warned the government that the country risked losing the World Cup, concessions were made to allow them to take part.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Speaking to journalists in the Oval Office, the president implied he was losing patience with Iranian tactics at the negotiating table.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Phineas is feverish, losing his appetite, and sinking fast.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman