Meaning of the word "lose face" in English

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lose face

US /luːz feɪs/
UK /luːz feɪs/
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Idiom

1.

to be humiliated or to lose respect, especially in public

Example:
The politician tried to avoid a scandal to prevent himself from losing face.
If the project fails, the manager will lose face with the board.
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