Synonyms of takes the count

takes the count

phrase

present tense third-person singular of take the count

as in loses

to undergo defeat

There've been some setbacks, but I refuse to take the count just yet.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• loses
• falls
• throws
• bows out
• falters
• fails
• cracks (up)
• misses
• tanks
• collapses
• strikes out
• forfeits
• flops
• founders
• folds
• washes out
• bombs
• flunks

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• prevails
• wins
• triumphs
• succeeds
• flourishes
• conquers
• thrives
• prospers