lost cause
Example Sentences
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If you were considered a lost cause, how were you able to make such a surprising comeback?
From Slate • Nov. 19, 2025
He tried, moving trash cans and nudging back, then reluctantly concluding it was a lost cause.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 28, 2025
After staying out to applaud the away end at full-time, he deadpanned that his situation was "a lost cause" when asked if he could turn things around with time.
From BBC • Oct. 5, 2025
But nor is it the case that democracy in our country is a lost cause.
From Salon • Sep. 23, 2025
Danny shouted, but one look at Mr. Garner’s face and Danny knew it was a lost cause.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
