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deservedly

[dih-zur-vid-lee] / dɪˈzɜr vɪd li /




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It looks clean and vibrant, and deservedly so, for it is the most significant American house of the 20th century.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 28, 2026

Guided by me, we took classes at Santa Monica Yoga, Eric treating himself afterward to a sandwich at Bob’s Market from the deservedly self-proclaimed Deli Lama.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 17, 2026

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

“They might think that we were celebrating, deservedly? Don’t you think I know what is allowed?”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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