“A losing battle”

Definition

A fight or effort that is unlikely to succeed.

Examples

Examples

“Trying to rank thin pages is a losing battle.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "A losing battle" mean?
"A losing battle" means a fight or effort that is unlikely to succeed..
How do you use "A losing battle" in a sentence?
Example: "Trying to rank thin pages is a losing battle."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "A losing battle"?
Борьба, в которой почти невозможно победить. / Պայքար կամ ջանք, որը դժվար թե հաջողի։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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