Meaning of the word "just deserts" in English
What does "just deserts" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
just deserts
US /dɪˈzɜːrts/
UK /dɪˈzɜːts/
Idiom
a punishment or reward that someone deserves
Example:
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After all his hard work, he finally got his just deserts.
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The villain in the story always gets his just deserts in the end.
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