deserve
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
He was a public servant, and we all deserve answers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
For the record: Adult women do not deserve abuse either.
From Salon ● Aug. 7, 2026
"This is extremely important to the PM and he has personally intervened to ensure everything possible is being done so that vile groomers are dealt with in the way their victims deserve."
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
The writer argued that Rivera did not deserve that platform, and eventually he was forced to resign.
From Slate ● Aug. 6, 2026
I will be facing this rampaging Gillicut alone, which is probably what I deserve after all I’ve done—but it stinks anyway.
From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins
That uncertainty deserves careful consideration before you start mapping out your real-estate plans.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 8, 2026
“It’s a fairly precise description of what ‘Cartwheel’ is about and why it deserves to exist,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
"Today’s decision is a victory for every parent who has worried about what social media is doing to their child and every child who deserves to grow up safer online."
From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026
"I deserve to want the top players, because now Tottenham deserves to build up a top team," De Zerbi said.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
Evidence #2: The hermit crabs need me because no one deserves to live in a filthy tank.
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
Hirofumi Yoshimura, head of the Japan Innovation Party, a coalition partner of Takaichi's government, said the principle deserved discussion in the context of the US-Japan security alliance.
From Barron's ● Aug. 9, 2026
The Ventura County district attorney said his county “has borne the brunt of the greatest disaster of its kind in the history of the State” — and he was clear on who deserved the blame.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
On the fourth day of his sentencing hearing, one woman said her parents, who paid £2,649 each for funeral plans, were not alive "to see the justice they deserved".
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
It came in handy when she combed through it to see if any of the men she dated deserved another shot.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
“Josie and Ivy! You never deserved anything the Whatnot Corporation gave you!” one girl called.
From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
That still leaves five candidates deserving closer study.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 10, 2026
With his exit, they must realize there are others who are more deserving of attention and support.
From Salon ● Jul. 9, 2026
After everything, few are more deserving of this moment in the sun than Wyatt-Hodge.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2026
But deserving more attention is how he has enriched the country by building a remarkable company.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
She definitely considered it an honor for one of her lovies to get to go to high school with Theodore, and she carefully considered who was most deserving.
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
Vocabulary lists containing deserve
"Macbeth" Vocabulary from Act I
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Schooled
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
History is made in PA: Clinton's DNC Acceptance Speech
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
