- present tense form of deserve (3rd person singular).
deserves
Example Sentences
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This lonely San Diego County desert town, about 50 miles from the nearest Starbucks, deserves the attention of anyone who really wants peace and quiet.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
"Every child in Wales deserves an education that gives them the best possible start in life," he said.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
But take a step back and consider the finished garment with the grace it deserves, and chances are, you’ll find something worth admiring.
From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2026
Every young person deserves that freedom during the roughly 180 days a year they spend in school, too.
From Slate ● Sep. 5, 2026
But the truth is, no one deserves a grand gesture more than you.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
