| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Self-defeating comment | ||
| Self-deprecating comment | ||
| "Everything is my fault ðŸ˜" | ||
| Self-defeatist's phrase | USA Today | 23 May 2024 |
| Self-deprecating remark | ||
| Defeatist's lament | USA Today | 23 Feb 2020 |
| Perennial loser's comment | ||
| Self-defeatist's phrase | ||
| "You embarassed me at this game" | ||
| "This crossword is too damn hard" |