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deservedly

1 of 1adverb
/dɪˈzɝvɪdli/
1

in a manner that is earned through one's actions or qualities

  • She was deservedly praised for her years of tireless community service.
  • The team deservedly won the championship after an undefeated season.
  • He was deservedly punished for breaking the rules repeatedly.
  • The book has deservedly become a classic of modern literature.
  • After months of hard work, they were deservedly promoted to leadership positions.
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