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Die Niederlage
This feminine noun refers to losing a game or competition. It's the opposite of 'der Sieg'. Athletes learn from their defeats.
Examples in context
Die Niederlage war enttäuschend.
The defeat was disappointing.
Sie akzeptierten die Niederlage.
They accepted the defeat.
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