well-deserved

Example Sentences

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“Businesses do not have to implode for these stocks to just take a well-deserved breather,” writes Jefferies’ U.S.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

This “Mummy” turns its back on the spirit of the adventure films starring Brendan Fraser and seeks an all-out horror effect with a well-deserved R rating.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Once you get through your parents’ estate, you can take a nice, well-deserved break — but not for too long.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

As a Capricorn woman, no doubt you’ve made dedicated efforts toward optimizing your experience of life, and seen well-deserved results.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

As if settling in for a well-deserved rest, he folded his scaly legs and sat.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin