squander

Example Sentences

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"Of course we are sad but the league is not over tonight. There are still many months to go," De Zerbi said after seeing his side squander a golden opportunity to take first place.

From Barron's

The defeat was a second straight for Philadelphia, who were coming off an agonizing loss to NFC East rivals Dallas in which they squandered a 21-0 lead.

From Barron's

A democratic restoration cannot restore Athens’s squandered power or forestall its eventual surrender.

From The Wall Street Journal

He accused them of "squandering" a special fund set up to overhaul infrastructure and for climate projects.

From Barron's

Collina argues that if the attacking team have squandered such a big chance of scoring, why should they be allowed a second or even third opportunity?

From BBC