CEFR A1

lost

verb

Meaning

To not have something anymore because you cannot find it, or because it is gone.

Examples

I think I lost my wallet.
Be careful not to lose your phone.

Synonyms: misplace, forfeit, displace, squander

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lost (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /luːz/

Definition

To not have something anymore because you cannot find it, or because it is gone.

Examples

I think I lost my wallet.
Be careful not to lose your phone.
She lost her favorite necklace.

How to Use lost

lose out (phrasal verb): To fail to get something good, or to be in a worse position than others. — "If you don't apply early, you might lose out."
lose to (prepositional phrase): To be defeated by someone in a game or competition. — "Our team lost to the champions."

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