merits

Example Sentences

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‘If you believe Platner is the better candidate on the merits, then double down!’

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

For example, a justice might explain how a merits decision from the court, like April’s Callais case, regarding Louisiana’s congressional maps, might not cover an Alabama map because of different facts on the ground.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Arsenal have also discussed the merits of a move for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, who is expected to leave the London club following their relegation to the Championship.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The US Treasury's move came after a Friday order from an appeals court issued an administrative stay on an earlier ruling while the court considers the merits of the case.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

During the Mets’ championship season, Lourdes and her father discussed each game like generals plotting a battle, assessing the merits of Tom Seaver, Ed Kranepool, and Jerry Koosman.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García