The phrase "clear loser" means that someone or something clearly did not win or succeed, usually in a competition or comparison.
Sentences with «clear loser»
Some animals are clear losers in the Great Thaw. (takepart.com)
In the new system, Karimzad identified a few clear losers and winners: Those who fly on the lowest available fare will generally earn less with this system. (petergreenberg.com)
The «United gate deal creates a clear winner, United, and clear losers: namely, competition, Chicago travelers and American Airlines,» the statement said. (cnbc.com)