1. people or teams that are expected to lose in a competition or struggle; those in a disadvantaged position
Usage: plural of underdog

Examples

• The underdogs surprised everyone by winning the championship.
• Many people root for the underdogs in sports competitions.
• The small startup was among the underdogs competing against tech giants.
• History shows that underdogs sometimes achieve remarkable victories.
• The debate team from the rural school were clear underdogs.
• Voters often sympathize with political underdogs.
• The underdogs fought hard despite being outmatched.