as in meritorious
having sufficient worth or merit to receive one's honor, esteem, or reward
made charitable contributions to the American Red Cross and other worthy causes a worthy opponent in a tennis match
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Recent Examples of worthy
Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024
This is a busy time, but also a worthy time to celebrate the contributions of all those who make our elections possible.
—Carolina Lopez, Twin Cities, 3 Nov. 2024
Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2022
Unfortunately, the Celtics stayed consistent only in producing third-quarter bleeding worthy of triage.
—Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 6 June 2022
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At around $38, this high-quality pan with a nonstick finish is a worthy, affordable addition to any baker’s cupboard and is made to last.
—Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024
This is a busy time, but also a worthy time to celebrate the contributions of all those who make our elections possible.
—Carolina Lopez, Twin Cities, 3 Nov. 2024
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Whether an all-time great or a utility player, Vin Scully treated each player as an individual worthy of dignity and respect, never ridicule.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2022
Unfortunately, the Celtics stayed consistent only in producing third-quarter bleeding worthy of triage.
—Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 6 June 2022
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Hegseth, a combat veteran, received two Bronze Stars, including a 2012 citation for meritorious service as a counterinsurgency instructor.Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
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He was first deployed by the National Guard to Guantánamo Bay in 2004, then volunteered to serve in Iraq, where he was awarded the first of two Bronze Stars for meritorious service.Sharon LaFraniere, New York Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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Since then, he’s helmed The Fall, as well as Immortals starring Henry Cavill, Mirror Mirror starring Julia Roberts, and Self/Less starring Ryan Reynolds.Matt Grobar, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2024
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Give Bonnie a new power that will magically solve whatever dilemma this hot, squinting gaggle of immortals has gotten themselves into this time.Katie Rife, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2024
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Joe Buscaglia, Bills beat writer Rams survive Allen’s best ‘hero ball’ Throughout the first half, the Rams’ defense (and Buffalo’s game plan) made Allen look mortal.Tim Graham, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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Often, leaders have really good intentions to be inclusive, but obstacles or barriers get in the way.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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The Sydney Opera House hosts around 1,800 shows a year and was always meant to be a living, breathing performance space and not just an architectural monument.Michael Y. Park, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
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The ceremony marked the first time that anyone not involved in the reconstruction had been permitted to enter the cathedral in the years since the blaze destroyed its spire and roof, and left the monument covered in toxic dust and charred debris.Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 7 Dec. 2024
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Producer Will Packer, singer-actor Fantasia Barrino and gospel superstar Hezekiah Walker are among the notables who will be celebrated at the 2nd annual HBCU Honors, which recognize prominent alumni of HBCU institutions.William Earl, Variety, 1 Nov. 2024
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The Dodgers have 10 pitchers out, nine on the injured list, totaling close to $40 million in salary, including such notables as Clayton Kershaw, Tyler Glasnow, Tony Gonsolin and Dustin May.Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 14 Oct. 2024
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The 42-year-old royal chatted with Trump at the Paris ceremony, attended by world leaders, dignitaries and donors who contributed to the restoration.Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 7 Dec. 2024
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That's because the State Department, which traditionally helps coordinate phone calls between incoming presidents and world leaders, has been shut out of Trump’s calls with foreign dignitaries.Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
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But a lot of young executives also are casting weary glances at the aging eminences who’ve been occupying Hollywood’s C-suites seemingly forever.Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Oct. 2024
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Despite being unsure of his faith, the poor man has been saddled by the just-deceased pope with the responsibility of managing the conclave of red-robed eminences who’ll vote on a successor.Tom Gliatto, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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Cheap electricity has been a pillar for Norwegian industry, but with demand rising because of the electrification of road transport and other sectors, the cost of electricity will rise.Sverre Alvik, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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When a customs officer reached into Soto-Morando's truck to stop him from leaving, Soto-Morando propelled toward the gate and crashed into a pillar on the United States side, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Worthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/worthy. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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