deserved
Americanadjective
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“Tyra Banks participated in the Netflix documentary series about ‘America’s Next Top Model’ because she believed viewers deserved a candid conversation about the show’s legacy — its successes and its shortcomings,” reads the lawsuit.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 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
She described being "locked up" as horrendous and said all victims of grooming deserved to have their cases assessed individually and criminal records wiped clean.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
American leaders usually take that moment of deserved honor and gratitude to pay homage to the dead and wax poetic about the values and the ideals for which they died.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
I wasn’t even sure I deserved another chance at life.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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