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deserves

VERB

be entitled to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

earn gain get justify merit warrant win

STRONG

demand procure rate

WEAK

be given one's due be in line for be worthy of get comeuppance get what is coming to one have it coming have the right to lay claim to

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fail forfeit lose miss pass spend

Example Sentences

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“Nobody deserves to be treated that way now,” Huerta said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Meanwhile, Tracy Brown says another of the “Hacks” deserves notice: “I think Meg Stalter is more than due.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

No, Mary is who she is, glasses and all, and it’s our pleasure to truly see her with the 20/20 clarity she deserves.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

I'm quite split in should he go or should he stay because he won the league last season, I think he deserves a bit more time, in terms of what we've seen this season.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

“Very well, my arrogant young adventurer. Why not test your courage? Every explorer deserves a chance to prove his mettle.”

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull