well-deserved

Example Sentences

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“Businesses do not have to implode for these stocks to just take a well-deserved breather,” writes Jefferies’ U.S.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

The folks at the retirement party were glad that he would finally get some well-deserved downtime, but they were also wistful.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

This “Mummy” turns its back on the spirit of the adventure films starring Brendan Fraser and seeks an all-out horror effect with a well-deserved R rating.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Once you get through your parents’ estate, you can take a nice, well-deserved break — but not for too long.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

After dinner Mom takes a well-deserved break in the living room while the rest of us clean up.

From "A Mango-Shaped Space" by Wendy Mass