Lose
Lose verb - To fail to win, gain, or obtain.
Usage example: if the team loses this game, they're out of the play-offs
Prevail
Prevail verb - To achieve victory (as in a contest).
Usage example: we shall prevail despite the overwhelming odds
Nearby Words: prevailing, prevalent
Both words in one sentence
- Jo Nah manipulates Glorith into a terrible confrontation with the Legion, who sacrifice much but prevail in the end, causing Glorith to lose the bulk of her powers.
Source: Obfuscating Stupidity / Comics -
But if you lose, justice will also prevail.
Source: Pay Evil unto Evil
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