(idiomatic) in a no-win situation.

present participle of lose count

plural of losing streak

To lose one's way; to become lost. / (figuratively) To become deeply involved (in something) or overwhelmed by a (particular) sensation or emotion.

(idiomatic) To suffer loss or disadvantage; to experience a setback.

(often with over) To worry.

present participle of lose the plot

Skills or knowledge that are seldom applied are likely to be lost with time. / Property and privileges will be lost if they are not utilized.

To be no longer able to see. / To fail to remember; to overlook or neglect.

(English billiards) The situation where one's cue ball bounces off another ball and then sinks into a pocket. If the ball bounced off is the red ball, then three points are scored; but if it is the opponent's cue ball, then two points are scored.