earned

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Luna’s passion for soccer, he says, was born during that fateful World Cup at home, where Argentina earned its second title by the “hand” of Diego Maradona.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

The 70-year-old is one of the most respected and influential coaches in the game, and that reputation has been earned from his borderline obsessive dedication to preparation for every single match he oversees.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The record-breaking success has already earned 10 times its original budget, as A24 and Chernin Entertainment co-financed the project for roughly $10 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

The site features a calculator to show how much ancillary revenue can be earned.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Any goodwill he’d earned from her from his interview had long since evaporated, and she was way, way out of his league.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny