It is a significant defeat for Canadian policy.

The French inflicted a significant defeat on the allies, taking several thousand prisoners, and capturing 18 military standards.

The incident represented a significant defeat for public activism in Tokyo.

The court ruling was the second significant defeat for Koppers this month.

The strike was marked by racial violence, and ended in significant defeat for the union.

Napoleon had suffered the first significant defeat of his career.

That is a significant defeat for farmers and consumers alike.

It was also a significant defeat for Chicago, which had won seven straight playoff games this season.

The army had suffered a significant defeat by not dislodging their enemy.

Instead of winning their third consecutive game, the Rangers now have three days off to think about a significant defeat.