Bested
Both words in one sentence
- They bested the whole competition, losing only a single life (and then earning it back via a Blueprint Bonus, along with a 10 second bonus they kept till the very end).
Source: Series / Minute to Win It -
Raphael curses twice in the film, a short "damn" in the opening in frustration at losing a sai (thus giving away a vital clue to their existence) and again as a Skyward Scream after being bested by Casey Jones.
- So Proud of You: Typically, Ken is often reluctant to hand over the "King of PPV" championship after being bested, but when Zack finally won it at WrestleMania 32 despite losing out on his "Big 4"-boosted pick, the host couldn't have been happier to award it to his long-time friend and co-host.
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