merits
Example Sentences
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Major U.S. medical groups consider gender dysphoria a condition that merits treatment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2026
What’s notable is, not only did the court say that the equitable factors here didn’t support a stay, they also said the government was likely to lose on the merits.
From Slate ● Sep. 23, 2026
The merits of so-called vulgar auteurism are often debated among film fans.
From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026
He said: "The merits or otherwise of a regional approach can be debated but it is essential that local views and decision-making are maintained, along with substantial transfer of powers."
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
They needed to have a proper conversation about the merits of a wristwatch.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
