as in to go down
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Both sides seemed headed for a deal like this when Fox came from the Kings at midseason, but a lot of water has gone under the bridge since then.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
7 July 2025 -
Police went under the bridge and were able to free the man.—
David Ferrara,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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The Americans win 5-4 in penalty kicks, with defender Brandi Chastain kicking in the game winner. 2010 — Paula Creamer wins her first major tournament, never giving up the lead during a steady final round of the U.S. Women’s Open.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
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In Game 161, Gary Knotts and Matt Roney gave up eight runs over the first five innings, digging an 8-0 hole.—
Ryan Ford,
Freep.com,
10 July 2025
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“Lose (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lose%20%28to%29. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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