unrewarded

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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 really, I was a disingenuous version of myself, and ultimately ended up feeling unrewarded at the end, no matter what I did, whether I had a successful social interaction or I failed miserably.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 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 Lakers’ season: A 38-point performance from LeBron James went unrewarded yesterday as Los Angeles dropped its fourth straight game.

From New York Times • Dec. 26, 2022

"You must not, indeed, leave my house unrewarded for the infinite service you have rendered me."

From The Gipsy (Vols I & II) A Tale by James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford)