deserve

Example Sentences

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This isn’t to say college athletes definitely don’t deserve to be compensated beyond the value of their scholarships.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

There are moments in the storytelling that skew toward the overly solemn, or overly righteous, and fans of other sports might think they deserve equal time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

"We don't deserve this, it's not fair. I'm sorry I couldn't make it happen," Gattuso said, eyes glistening, before retreating to the dressing room.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

No date for the report’s release has been set, leaving human rights advocates fearing the issues will not get the attention and funding they deserve.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

“I’m sorry I didn’t think of it before. We should ask Babs if she’ll pay you, too. You deserve it for all the work you’ve done.”

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy