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as in to drop
to fail to win, gain, or obtain
if the team loses this game, they're out of the play-offs
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as in to fall
to undergo defeat
she really hates to lose at anything, and inevitably throws tantrums when it happens
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as in to discard
to get rid of as useless or unwanted
we told the recent grad to lose the flashy shirts and dress conservatively for the job interview
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as in to spend
to use up carelessly
we lost a good hour while he tried to find his keys
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Recent Examples of lose
Polls show the party fractured, deeply unpopular and at risk of losing not only the presidency but also its legal status — a stunning reversal for a movement that once shaped Bolivia’s national agenda.
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Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Parmenter said Cornell transferring the mineral rights to the tribe would be the right thing to do without losing any potential revenue.
—Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 14 Aug. 2025
The Panthers went 7-1 in district last season, losing only to league champion Argyle.
—Cody Thorn, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Aug. 2025
Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 2 Aug. 2025
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Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Parmenter said Cornell transferring the mineral rights to the tribe would be the right thing to do without losing any potential revenue.
—Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 14 Aug. 2025
The Panthers went 7-1 in district last season, losing only to league champion Argyle.
—Cody Thorn, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Aug. 2025
Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 2 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lose
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Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Critics like me might grouse on the sidelines about a film's narrative arc or a documentary's missing moments.—
Eric Deggans,
NPR,
7 Aug. 2025
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January is also one of the best times to find low airfares because demand typically drops after New Year's Day, said Ellie Breslin, spokeswoman for the airfare tracking website Hopper.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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New episodes drop Saturdays and Sundays following the Sept. 6 premiere.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 Aug. 2025
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But, if wages don’t rise to match those jumps, consumer spending could fall and slow the economy.—
Raul Elizalde,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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But critics say the global response has fallen dangerously short, despite the fact that $1.1 billion has been pledged by countries, foundations and international organizations to support mpox control.—
Gabrielle Emanuel,
NPR,
14 Aug. 2025
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Scenes were written and discarded as the story evolved organically, shaped by mood, what was available on the day.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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The first-stage booster that had been tapped during the original attempts was discarded for a new booster.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Aug. 2025
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Ignore for a moment that spending consecutive weeks in Ireland and England is likely to drain the team of energy.—
Steve Silverman,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Soon after, another hurdle appeared: a recurring inguinal hernia that led to frequent hospital visits, including spending Christmas Day in the emergency room.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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Tristano said the 30-year-old incident and Jack in the Box’s previous failure to conquer the Chicago market during its first go-round will likely be forgotten by most consumers in the 2025 reboot.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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Last but certainly not least, do not forget to pack sunscreen.—
Andre Claudio,
Sourcing Journal,
15 Aug. 2025
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High-multiple growth stocks often falter during economic slowdowns, as lower earnings growth leads to sharp contractions in valuation multiples.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Trump has made ending the conflict a major priority of his administration, though negotiations have faltered.—
Emily Rose,
USA Today,
3 Aug. 2025
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Nearby, medical waste had been dumped by the waters, and police had to rope the area off until it was cleaned up.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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But Dayton, Ohio decided to dump the burden on the public school kids instead and prioritized school buses for the private schools.—
Bluesky Social,
Bluesky Social,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Lose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lose. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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