(of a game or contest) To have failed to win
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To have endured or tolerated
“Terry Conklin would suffer a humiliating defeat to James Roper in the ring despite the great amount of hype.”
(of a game or contest) To have failed to win
Past tense for to feel deep sadness, distress or anguish
“The family would suffer greatly from the passing of their dear grandfather.”
Past tense for to become, or appear worse, in quality
“The quality of the company's products would continue to suffer under incompetent management.”
Past tense for to be afflicted by an illness or ailment
“If you have allergic asthma, you or other family members may well also suffer from eczema or hay fever.”
Past tense for to allow (someone) to do something
“My conscience would not suffer me to accept any more.”
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