noun as in strong fondness

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defeat, misfortune, insuccess

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Example Sentences

Example:Despite his best efforts, he faced defeat in the election and reshaped his strategy for the next one.

Definition:The state of being overcome or defeated in a contest, argument, etc.

From defeat

Example:He experienced a series of misfortunes that could have derailed his career and aspirations.

Definition:A bad or unfortunate event or series of events; an unlucky or harmful event or situation.

From misfortune

Example:He found himself in insuccess despite his best efforts and hard work.

Definition:The state of not succeeding, of not achieving the expected result.

From insuccess