lose (to)

verb

Definition of lose (to)next
as in to go down

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  1. go down
  2. go under
  3. give up
Verb
  • Browns right tackle Tytus Howard was evaluated for a concussion after going down during Cleveland's opening drive of the third quarter.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Freeling replaced Moton after the veteran went down on Sunday.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of go down
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  • Those opposed to the legislation have raised concerns that small businesses that support Amazon deliveries would go under if the law were to take effect.
    — Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The collection will go under the gavel in New York on December 7, where it is expected to hammer down for roughly $9 million.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of go under
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  • There is a historical template for deals between Iran and the United States—Tehran agrees to constrain or give up a specific behavior, and Washington agrees to give it money and recognition—that could apply neatly to the current conflict.
    — ALLISON MINOR, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2026
  • If the Panthers don’t turn the ball over and can force the Packers to sustain eight-, nine- or 10-play drives — aka not give up explosive plays — then there is a legitimate path to victory here.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of give up
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