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upset

Definition for upset

verb as in defeat

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And there were genuine October doubts to overcome, after upset first-round eliminations the two previous years.

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And after the upset, the AFC North is suddenly wide open.

The remaining iron can upset the balance of gut bacteria and cause inflammation, which is why probiotics are sometimes prescribed alongside iron to protect digestive health.

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New Zealand's Daniel Hillier briefly threatened an upset with seven birdies in his first 10 holes to take the early final-round lead.

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Powerful Glory made racing history with a huge upset to triumph on British Champions Day at Ascot at odds of 200-1.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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