well-deserved
Britishadjective
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From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
“Making him the co-coach was well-deserved and I think the kids responded,” Mowry said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 7, 2026
“Businesses do not have to implode for these stocks to just take a well-deserved breather,” writes Jefferies’ U.S.
From Barron's ● May 26, 2026
The recent rescue of an American pilot down in Iran drew well-deserved praise.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 8, 2026
As if settling in for a well-deserved rest, he folded his scaly legs and sat.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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