deserved

Example Sentences

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“To my fans who bought tickets and showed up expecting a performance, I am so sorry, you deserved better from me,” the statement continued.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

For González, friendship is one of the most profound aspects of women’s lives and a subject she felt deserved greater attention in painting.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

“Some of the other guys thought we deserved better,” Johnson says in the film.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

Just before his death was confirmed, the Fars news agency issued a statement quoting Naini as saying Iran's missile production deserved a "perfect score" and was continuing despite the war.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

Anybody who robbed innocent demigods with a giant turtle deserved a few nasty curses.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan