Example Sentences

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US rapper Afroman has defeated seven sheriff's deputies in a court case after they sued him for releasing songs and videos that mocked them and a raid they carried out on his home.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

The challenge that has defeated all previous attempts at developing new geothermal resources still looms over these projects, however.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 23, 2025

Maybe Father Time has defeated me...Then again maybe not!

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2025

McDermott has defeated 29 of the other 31 NFL teams, with only the Eagles and Cardinals not on the list.

From Washington Times • Nov. 22, 2023

"His Grace has defeated the Lannisters every time he has faced them in battle."

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin