defeats
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Home defeats by Burton, Oxford and Peterborough were a world away from the Champions League quarter-final against Atletico Madrid in 2017.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
The Lancers’ only defeats are to Trinity League rivals — three to JSerra and the other to Mater Dei.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026
“People may underestimate wind and solar power,” Cena says in one ad, describing industry job creation as he calmly defeats several grizzly bears in a tug-of-war.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
“Backpack” defeats “910” to win Fat Bear title.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026
Despite his defeats, Bobby kept coming back for more.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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