- present tense form of deserve (3rd person singular).
deserves
Example Sentences
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Still, they say the association deserves attention because these medications are so frequently prescribed to people with DKD.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 18, 2026
Reichert explained that he feels the foundation owes partners, publishers and the gaming community an inaugural cup event "delivered under the right conditions and at the level this idea deserves".
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Sometimes repeatedly going over an issue gives it more power than it deserves.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
Because everyone deserves to be loved for exactly who they are, even our stories.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
As much as I hate to admit it, he deserves some of the credit for our tolerance museum.
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
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