perder la batalla

perder la batalla
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. to lose the battle
Los soldados se rindieron tras perder la batalla.The soldiers surrendered after losing the battle.
b. to lose one's battle
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
El famoso actor perdió anoche la batalla contra el cáncer. Murió rodeado de su amorosa familia.The famous actor lost his battle with cancer last night. He died surrounded by his loving family.
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