Definitions
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verb
To no longer have something.
Examples
- If you lose that ten-pound note, you'll be sorry.
- He lost his hearing in the explosion.
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verb
To have a body part taken away, often by accident.
Examples
- Johnny lost a tooth but kept it for the tooth fairy.
- He lost a finger in a work accident.
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verb
To get rid of body weight.
Examples
- I've lost five pounds this week.
- He lost a lot of weight after changing his diet.
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verb
To have someone close die.
Examples
- She lost all her sons in the war.
- He lost his father when he was ten.
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verb
To lose money in a bet.
Examples
- Frank lost five hundred dollars in Vegas.
- She lost twenty dollars betting on the wrong horse.
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verb
To no longer have a right or access.
Examples
- Users who behave badly may lose their accounts.
- He lost his driving license after the third offense.
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verb
To not be able to find your way or an object.
Examples
- I lost my way in the forest.
- I lost my keys somewhere in the house.
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verb
To fail to win a game or contest.
Examples
- We lost the football match.
- You just lost the game.
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verb
To be beaten in a contest.
Examples
- The team scored four goals but still lost.
- She played well but lost in the final round.
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verb
To no longer be able to follow or track.
Examples
- The policeman lost the robber he was chasing.
- Mission control lost the satellite when its signal faded.