Somebody deserves a medal

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Used to say that someone should be rewarded for something they have done, usually something difficult or brave.

He worked all night to get the project done on time, he really deserves a medal.
Visual representation of "somebody deserves a medal" - Used to say that someone should be rewarded for something they have done, usually something difficult or brave

Often appears as...

  • definitely deserves a medal
  • really deserves a medal

Usage tips

Approving

Idiomatic

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Figurative Speech

The phrase is more often used figuratively than literally. No actual medal is expected.

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After cooking for the entire family reunion, she deserves a medal.
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Expressing Admiration

This saying expresses admiration for someone's hard work or perseverance.

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He ran into the burning building to save the dog; he deserves a medal.
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Humor and Irony

Sometimes used humorously or ironically to comment on less heroic actions.

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She assembled the IKEA wardrobe without crying. She deserves a medal!
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