Example Sentences

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Lately, the side has been conceding fewer goals.

From Washington Times • Mar. 15, 2018

Sotheby’s, which in the last couple of years has been conceding market share to its historic rival in the all-important sector of contemporary art, was understandably incensed, having also valued the collection earlier this year.

From New York Times • Oct. 7, 2014

As bad as Portland’s defense has been, conceding a West-high 43 goals this season, the Timbers have an enviable number of options at the back.

From The Guardian • Sep. 1, 2014

Repeatedly, he has been conceding that a Bush Administration would have to do better than Ronald Reagan's.

From Time Magazine Archive

Lining up in a prevent defense for 18 years, perspective has been conceding huge slabs of ground to outlandishness.

From Time Magazine Archive