well-earned
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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The devotion is well-earned: Smith can quote Jefferson verbatim and cites Seneca and Enlightenment philosophers without blinking.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
Byrne’s well-earned accolades allow “Tow” to fare better than it otherwise would have, while also causing “Tow” to horseshoe back to its starting point as an overall puzzling career choice.
From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026
That, my friend, is a bigger and more complex question and answer, and I suggest, as part of your well-earned retirement, that you seek help for yourself.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026
Smith, the interim coach, said it was well-earned.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026
But also, with fierce and well-earned pride, they would display their medals.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
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