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to suffer defeat
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to experience a loss or failure in a competitive or confrontational situation
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The candidate suffered defeat in the election, losing by a narrow margin.
Despite their best efforts, the soldiers suffered defeat at the hands of the enemy.
The team suffered defeat in the final match of the tournament.
The company suffered defeat in the court case, resulting in significant financial losses.
The chess player suffered defeat after a series of strategic mistakes.
