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lost

Pronunciation: [/lɒst/]

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lost: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use lost in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “location”

(adjective) when you can't find something or someone, or you don't know where you are. It's like when you lose your favorite toy or can't remember where you left your backpack.

Example

I lost my keys this morning and I can't find them anywhere.

Example

I always keep track of my belongings, so I never feel lost.

Example

Have you ever felt lost in a big city?

Context: “misplacement”

(verb) to no longer have something because you don't know where it is. It's like when you misplace your homework or can't remember where you put your shoes.

Example

She lost her favorite book, but later found it under the bed.

Example

I make sure to always put things back in their place so I don't lose them.

Example

What do you do when you lose something important?

How to pronounce lost

Pronunciation: [/lɒst/]

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