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

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

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

Such love as yours will not go unrewarded.

From Between the Dark and the Daylight by Marsh, Richard