Example Sentences

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“We will reward that speed, that scale, that innovation and that performance. We’re not rewarding process, paperwork or just the C-suite.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

“Capital will reward good companies and punish those that are weaker in corporate governance,” Sun said, noting signs of fraud around the recent U.S. bankruptcies that could mean they are “one-off” situations.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 23, 2025

“If Musk can convince investors that future product road maps are still on track, investors will reward him.”

From Barron's • Oct. 21, 2025

He has shown he will reward loyalty after others impressed so much in Belgrade, demonstrating that no-one, no matter who they are, will simply walk back into his squad, regardless of their standing.

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2025

And we will reward you for it because it is a violation of your early training.”

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck