deservedly
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Beyond that, they were also beloved by critics and audiences alike, with “WALL-E” deservedly earning a spot in the Criterion Collection in 2022, designating the film as a significant work within the medium of cinema.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
The industry has long been a Wall Street punchline, and deservedly so.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
Wales recycled well and it was Williams who deservedly crashed over under the posts to set up an easy conversion for Keira Bevan.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
Ms. Alexander, deservedly Oscar-nominated for the role, creates a grounded, subtle portrait of persevering motherhood, Carol’s husband never having returned from San Francisco and very likely dead.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
Hombein’s and Unsoeld’s ascent was—and continues to be— deservedly hailed as one of the great feats in the annals of mountaineering.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
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