And the timetable legislation that he is now pursuing would guarantee defeat.

But, then, neither did he guarantee defeat.

The Falcons have no guarantee that they will win, but neither are they guaranteed defeat because Solander is no longer with them.

This would have guaranteed two spade tricks, but also insured defeat of the contract.

It's like we're not allowed to fight, unless the damned civilian government can guarantee a stalemate or defeat.

"I will not predict victory, but I no longer guarantee defeat."

West led the ace of hearts and could have guaranteed defeat of the game by shifting to any other suit.

West then found the only way to guarantee defeat of the contract: she led the club ace and continued with a low heart.

Anything less will guarantee defeat.

A club was led to the ace, and Caroni made the only play to guarantee defeat of the contract.