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deserving

[dih-zur-ving] / dɪˈzɜr vɪŋ /


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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

But deserving more attention is how he has enriched the country by building a remarkable company.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 12, 2026

Mandatory challengers are enforced on a rotating basis between sanctioning bodies, and next in line is WBC interim champion Agit Kabayel - widely viewed as the most deserving contender yet to receive his opportunity.

From BBC May 24, 2026

To Casteen, these are steps to remove what he describes as “artificial barriers” to a college education placed in the way of otherwise deserving students.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times




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