deserve

Example Sentences

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This isn’t to say college athletes definitely don’t deserve to be compensated beyond the value of their scholarships.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

“If you want to get paid what you deserve or make a lot of money, you’ve got to admit that to yourself.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

“You deserve better from Sacramento, and I’ll work with you to make sure we deliver it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Chelsea boss Sonia Bompastor said her players "do not deserve that level of refereeing" after Arsenal's Katie McCabe avoided a red card for pulling Alyssa Thompson's hair during their Champions League quarter-final exit.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Macon continued, “You can be mad at me all you want. I deserve it. But I’m here to help.”

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn