losing
Pronunciation: [ˈluːzɪŋ]
Word
Context: "games"
(verb) to not win in a game or competition. If you play a match and don't get more points than the other player, you are losing.
Example
He is winning the game, but I am losing.
Example
She wasn't losing any of the races this season; she was always in first place.
Example
Are you losing the game right now?
Context: "life experiences"
(verb) to no longer have something or someone. This can happen when you misplace something or when someone passes away.
Example
I am losing my fear of speaking in front of others.
Example
She wasn't losing her favorite toy; she was taking good care of it.
Example
Are you losing anything important right now?
Context: "emotions"
(verb) to feel like you are not in control or are sad about something. Sometimes people feel like they are losing hope when things are tough.
Example
He is losing hope that he will find a job soon.
Example
She wasn't losing hope; she was still excited about the future.
Example
Are you losing hope in this situation?
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