Lose out to

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verb

To be defeated by somebody or something, to lose a competition or battle.

Despite his hard work, John lost out to his competitor in the business deal.
Visual representation of "lose out to" - To be defeated by somebody or something, to lose a competition or battle

Often appears as...

  • lose out to a competitor
  • lose out to a rival
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Context Matters

Understand the scenario to grasp 'lose out to'; it's often used in competitive situations like sports or business.

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She trained hard but lost out to the reigning champion in the finals.
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Emotional Weight

The phrase can imply disappointment or regret, especially when the effort involved doesn't lead to success.

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After years of development, their tech startup lost out to a larger corporation.
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Not Always Negative

'Lose out to' doesn't always suggest failure; sometimes it's about a strong opponent winning fairly.

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He lost out to a better skilled player, which motivated him to improve.
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