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worthwhile

[wurth-hwahyl, -wahyl] / ˈwɜrθˈʰwaɪl, -ˈwaɪl /


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In regions where insects were less abundant and harder to collect in large quantities, they may simply have become less worthwhile as a food source over time.

From Science Daily Aug. 27, 2026

“That higher spending could be worthwhile if it is accompanied by better health,” Berkowitz and the other researchers wrote.

From MarketWatch Aug. 24, 2026

There is bipartisan agreement that fraud against the government is a problem—and a worthwhile focus for the Justice Department.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

"There comes a time when loads are too small to be worthwhile or vessel owners are worried about damaging their ships," one commodity trader told Reuters.

From BBC Aug. 3, 2026

But the joy on their faces made it all worthwhile.

From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate




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