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lost ground

VERB
suffer loss or disadvantage
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Considered the “Giant of CONCACAF,” Mexico has remained dominant in its region since 2010, with five Gold Cups, although it has lost ground to the United States in the Nations League.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

After the results and the webinar, Strategy lost ground and the stock drifted 0.3% lower in premarket trade.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

In recent years, the company had lost ground to new rivals, closed stores and cut staff.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Though Erling Haaland instantly pulled a goal back and Belgium winger Doku earned a point with a stunning late leveller, City ultimately lost ground on leaders Arsenal this weekend.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Marty was trying to make up lost ground by saying, “Maybe you could change the bandages on my foot,” but that was clearly just disgusting to everyone.

From "Feed" by M.T. Anderson



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