But this defeat would be transformed into a moral victory and give a boost to the French Resistance in the spring of 1944.

This great defeat gave America strength, and America soon emerged as a world power.

Has a defeat never given you new strength?

A narrow 0-10 to 0-9 defeat of White's Cross gave him a junior football championship medal.

The Hoyas' third straight defeat gave them a record of 7-6 over all and 0-4, their worst start in conference history.

Miami's defeat gave its new coach, Jimmy Johnson, a record of 3-2.

The defeat gave the Lightning its first five-game losing streak since the 2001-2 season.

Still, Williams's defeat gave the joint team of men and women - together in the world championships for the first time - a stunning beginning.

The defeat of the famous Alvarado gave still more impetus to the revolt.

The defeat of Japan gives the Russians their opportunity.