Sentence examples for loss of face from inspiring English sources

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"loss of face" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when talking about a situation where someone has been embarrassed or ashamed and has lost respect as a result. For example, "He had to admit his mistake in front of the whole team, resulting in a serious loss of face."

Dictionary

loss of face

noun

Loss of the respect of others, humiliation, public disgrace

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The loss of face was complete.

The New York Times - Magazine

It was a loss of face".

The Guardian - Arts

It would have been such a loss of face.

The New Yorker

"It was a loss of face in his mind".

The New York Times

Without huge loss of face, there was no turning back.

The Guardian - Travel

The aim was to avoid loss of face.

The New York Times

Plus, a business liquidation would be a loss of face.

The New York Times

To the Chinese it was a huge loss of face, the big fish that got away.

The New York Times

"I felt it was huge loss of face for the authorities.

The Guardian

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Osborne says Mudie is right to say that the loss of face-to-face banking was a problem.

The Guardian

Strabismus and the appearance of misaligned eyes may induce 'loss of face' and feelings of inferiority.

Health and Quality of Life Outcomes

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loss of interest

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