losing

Example Sentences

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Pratt, 42 years old, entered the race a year after losing his home in the Palisades fire, saying the city government failed to protect residents from the blaze.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The stock is on a current five-week losing streak, its first since 2024, creating a compelling long opportunity.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The intrepid folks who bother to cast a ballot in these first-round races are largely a group of engaged voters, and drawing conclusions from such a narrow minority is a losing game.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The analysts at Citi also highlighted what they said were real-world signals of waning efficacy in Wegovy pill as roughly a quarter to a third of patients are no longer losing weight.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Togbe had been old but strong, and losing his help both at home and on the farm was a blow.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo