defeat
Example Sentences
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Last night's defeat drew swift and emotional reactions across Italian politics and society.
From BBC
England concluded the so-called 'Send-Off Series' before the World Cup with defeat against Japan at Wembley.
From BBC
One defeat in nine in the Premier League.
From BBC
In season 2 of “High Potential,” your character Lieutenant Soto faces a moment of defeat when she’s not chosen to be captain.
From Los Angeles Times
Given the gut-wrenching nature of their penalty shootout defeat against Bosnia, it was understandable that many of them couldn't stomach this fixture.
From BBC
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