for a loss

phrase

: into a state of distress

events had thrown him for a loss

Examples of for a loss in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Moore led all players with 13 tackles, including one for a loss. — Michael Harley, Arkansas Online, 27 Sep. 2026

Then, Willis was flushed to his left and, instead of throwing the ball away on second-and-goal, ran out of bounds for a loss of 4 yards. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 23 Sep. 2026

The Wildcats defense came up big on Colorado’s fourth drive when Brus recorded a tackle for a loss on fourth-and-2 at the NU 27. — Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026

But after a humiliating, season-opening defeat by the San Francisco 49ers in Australia — Donald did not make the trip — expectations were thrown for a loss. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for for a loss

• albatross
• applesauce
• barabbas
• helios
• kshatriyas
• menelaus
• across
• backcross
• crisscross
• lacrosse
• recross
• tomas