merits
Example Sentences
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He genuinely believed a book should sell itself on its merits, not on advertising promotions or the author’s personality.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
What’s notable is, not only did the court say that the equitable factors here didn’t support a stay, they also said the government was likely to lose on the merits.
From Slate ● Sep. 23, 2026
It’s become more difficult to convince people of “bad” media’s merits, to encourage them to see with eyes other than their own.
From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026
He said: "The merits or otherwise of a regional approach can be debated but it is essential that local views and decision-making are maintained, along with substantial transfer of powers."
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
The cow is a sunk cost, and the beans must be taken on their own merits.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
