lose to plot

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Synonyms: lose the plot

Antonyms: lose the plot

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Verb

1. When a [[character]] in a battle or action series (especially action [[anime]] and [[manga]]) loses a fight in a way that feels [[contrived]], [[illogical]], or [[unfair]], in order for the [[plot]] to progress.

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