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deserve

[dih-zurv] / dɪˈzɜrv /


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“Pieces like this deserve to be presented properly, and be in spaces that reflect the caliber of the clothing,” he says.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

This may all seem understandable—people want to know if what they’re reading was generated by a bot, and some argue they deserve to know.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

It may not be the landmark L.A. asked for, but in Sayre Gomez’s painting “Vertigo,” you begin to understand why it’s the one we deserve.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

"These families might not have two pennies to rub together but they still deserve a dignified life," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

“Ms. Friendly knew we took her money and didn’t deserve a reward.”

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty




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