We don't expect them all to sit in silence and happily accept the defeat.
The Sun
It has continued to reinforce the city, apparently unwilling to accept a defeat that will cast doubt on its claims of invincibility.
Times, Sunday Times
It will take some time to accept this defeat.
The Sun
He could accept the defeat but not that his side was underprepared - and he went to bizarre lengths to prove it.
The Sun
I could accept that defeat because we stayed true to who we are.
Times, Sunday Times