lose it
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Their latest collaboration does so “one bird at a time,” asking us to join two fine and observant artists in a high calling—not to sentimentalize the world, but to notice it before we lose it.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
We just do the best we can, and if we lose it, we lose it.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026
Instead of gaining fat, these individuals actually lose it.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 30, 2026
In 1930, Republicans narrowly won control of the House—only to lose it after several of their representatives-elect died.
From Slate ● Apr. 24, 2026
If she heard another word about them, she might actually lose it.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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