How to Use worthy of in a Sentence

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Definition of worthy ofnext
  • But Acosta was worthy of the award over the three games.
    — Cincinnati Enquirer, The Enquirer, 1 Sep. 2023
  • From grub for your grill to fun sweets, these are worthy of adding to your cart.
    — Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 28 June 2024
  • The good news is the Cowboys should have plenty of options that are worthy of their 24th pick in the first round.
    — Clarence E. Hill Jr., Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2024
  • There’s lens flare worthy of a J.J. Abrams blockbuster.
    — Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
  • Packed with a salty-sweet caramel filling, these cream pies are worthy of the highest praise.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2023
  • But the multi-hyphenate’s gym style is just as worthy of the hype.
    — Harper's BAZAAR, 20 July 2023
  • Chef Joyce Chen wore many titles in a life worthy of a novel.
    — Kerry J. Byrne Fox News, Fox News, 22 July 2024
  • Ahead, shop the 20 best fall sneakers worthy of your autumn wardrobe.
    — Aemilia Madden, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 Aug. 2023
  • In his first pro game on Saturday night, Ricks made a play worthy of a top pick.
    — Mark Inabinett | Minabinett@al.com, al, 12 Aug. 2023
  • Here’s to hoping Sacramento will have the kind of team worthy of the new arena.
    — Chris MacIas and Tim Swanson, Sacramento Bee, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Shopping Even the simplest shades can turn a plain look into one worthy of a snap.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 19 July 2024
  • People who are worthy of your time will cheer on your choices.
    — Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 3 July 2024
  • But the committee still deemed Stanford more worthy of a No. 1 seed.
    — Nancy Armour, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2023
  • Silky-smooth intimates, cozy loungewear, and even a get-up worthy of a night out are all waiting to be added to your cart.
    — Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 9 Nov. 2023
  • Seven years on, its pleasant pop is worthy of this playlist.
    — Maria Sherman, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2024
  • But even if the capsule is pared back, Halo aims to make the experience worthy of the high price.
    — Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2024
  • Nonetheless, there are still plenty of places on the list worthy of a visit.
    — Carrie Hojnicki, Architectural Digest, 10 July 2024
  • This was considered worthy of closing night at the RNC…?
    — Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 19 July 2024
  • On Sunday, the Wave delivered a plot twist worthy of a page-turner.
    — Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Dec. 2023
  • The correct answer to the quiz is C: Middle C. Sounds worthy of a symphony.
    — Gabriela Riccardi, Quartz, 8 May 2024
  • His mauling style of tackling was worthy of a grizzly bear.
    — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 6 Oct. 2023
  • Over 6,000 Amazon shoppers agree that this rug is worthy of a five-star rating.
    — Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 4 May 2024
  • The challenge now for Americans is to be worthy of Biden’s faith in them and this nation’s promise.
    — Storer H. Rowley, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2024
  • Florida is home to more than 800 miles of beaches, each worthy of a visit.
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2024
  • And although Kansas State advanced to the head of the class because of the moves of others, the Wildcats are plenty worthy of a lofty status.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2024
  • Her tense final scene with Bob Odenkirk is worthy of reward all by itself.
    — Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2023
  • Only few have proven worthy of lifting Thor’s hammer — and Ed Sheeran is one of them!
    — Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 31 Dec. 2023
  • This is because the song ‘Xiao Xia’ is profoundly worthy of our tears.
    — Billboard China, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2024
  • Last month, the world was blessed with another Kennedy wedding worthy of a storybook.
    — Claudia Williams, Architectural Digest, 1 Aug. 2024
  • Her shock is conveyed in a progression that pinballs from C-sharp major to A major by way of an E dominant seventh—a wacky jolt worthy of Berlioz.
    — Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 5 Aug. 2024

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