Sentence examples for merited praise from inspiring English sources

Benteke's part in the opening goal also merited praise.

The only discernible difference of emphasis concerned whether or not Britain's prime minister merited praise.

Mindful of those circumstances, the former Sunderland defender merited praise for his nerveless execution.

Both merited praise for ending a brutal campaign and a harsh period of litigation on a civil note.

The show, however, merited praise by any measure.

G. Paul Davis (also known as Litefoot) merited praise for his portrayal of Russell, the Native American orchid thief in "Adaptation" who messes with Meryl Streep's head.

Maybe an actual win for Freeman would have meant – along with much-merited praise – a more concerted discussion around the way black characters keep getting cast in essentially sacrificial or subordinate roles, which mean that their wisdom is something to be offered up for the white character's personal journey.

Some praise may be deserved, some praise could be undeserved.

Alongside a well-merited outpouring of affection for the actor himself, message boards heaved with praise for his signature sitcom, The Good Life, about a couple who garden their way out of the rat race ("a great programme"; "exceptional TV").

The critical praise and general buzz she received for her performances during the final rounds seem merited, given the brilliance, sensitivity and imagination of her playing here.

Nonetheless, an appeal is merited.