earned

Example Sentences

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The 70-year-old is one of the most respected and influential coaches in the game, and that reputation has been earned from his borderline obsessive dedication to preparation for every single match he oversees.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Second, by treating overtime pay differently than other dollars earned, the law encourages workers to manipulate their hours worked — both legitimately and illegitimately.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

The record-breaking success has already earned 10 times its original budget, as A24 and Chernin Entertainment co-financed the project for roughly $10 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

She eventually earned a place in the Under-15 side of Corinthians, a powerhouse of South American women's football with six Copa Libertadores titles.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

I had earned the highest grade-point average of any student during the first forty-six years of the school’s existence.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson