unrewarded

Example Sentences

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Vying for a seventh World Cup appearance, the Ticos came in needing to gain ground after draws with Nicaragua and Haiti but their aggressive approach went unrewarded.

From Barron's • Oct. 10, 2025

But how could the star of the “Godfather” movies, “Serpico” and “Dog Day Afternoon” remain unrewarded?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2025

Given the activism on display in the film, what inspires you to stand up and speak out and take risks — even if your efforts might go unrewarded?

From Salon • Mar. 2, 2023

The current NHS contract in England and Wales, which dates back to 2006, is unpopular with dentists, who feel unrewarded for the work they do.

From BBC • Aug. 7, 2022

It were indeed a shame to let such archery at our festival go unrewarded.

From Cedric, the Forester by Marshall, Bernard Gay