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For example, a sports team that is a heavy underdog and loses narrowly to a superior opponent might claim a moral victory, acquitting themselves well even in defeat. [1] A team that plays fairly and loses to a cheating team might also claim a moral victory in spite of the loss.
Both Eastern and Western cultural traditions ascribe special significance to words uttered at or near death, [4] but the form and content of reported last words may depend on cultural context. There is a tradition in Hindu and Buddhist cultures of an expectation of a meaningful farewell statement; Zen monks by long custom are expected to ...
The term defeatism is commonly used in politics as a descriptor for an ideological stance that considers cooperation with the opposition party. In the military context, in wartime, and especially on the front lines, defeatism is viewed as synonymous with treason.
The word "colours" is a common way to describe flags and insignia of military units. [5] Flags or insignia may be referred to as colours in non-military contexts to express patriotism and nationality; other such examples of phrases include " true colours ", or " show your colours ". [ 5 ]
The majority having come to the resolution that it was impossible to defend the town with the handful of men within, two deputies were sent to Bannockburn, the headquarters of the Highland army, who offered to surrender to terms; stating that, rather than surrender at discretion, as required, they would defend the town to the last extremity ...
In Monday's statement, Assad described himself as a leader "who, from the very first day of the war, refused to barter the salvation of his nation for personal gain, or to compromise his people in ...
The statement of defeat: an admission that the candidate has lost the election to their opponent, who is congratulated on their victory. [ 6 ] The call to unite : an expression of support for the victor's upcoming term in office, and a call for unity under their leadership, necessary after an often divisive and polarizing election campaign.
Legal experts say Donald Trump's election victory likely means his criminal cases will be put on hold while he serves in the White House.