as in worthy
having worth or value
a worthwhile investment The money is for a worthwhile cause. The trip was worthwhile.
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Recent Examples of worthwhile
Finger Lakes Cider House is a worthwhile stop on Cayuga Lake, and Bellwether Hard Cider & Wine sells at the Ithaca Farmers Market.
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Kelsey Fowler, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
The first two are non-negotiable within any worthwhile Japanese watering hole.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Any New Year’s resolution that involves getting better sleep is a worthwhile endeavor that should be seen through — but that’s easier said than done without the proper setup.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Americans across the board want the country to be a scientific leader, and most see government investments in science as worthwhile.
—Anil Oza, STAT, 15 Jan. 2026
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Kelsey Fowler, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
The first two are non-negotiable within any worthwhile Japanese watering hole.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Any New Year’s resolution that involves getting better sleep is a worthwhile endeavor that should be seen through — but that’s easier said than done without the proper setup.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Americans across the board want the country to be a scientific leader, and most see government investments in science as worthwhile.
—Anil Oza, STAT, 15 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for worthwhile
Recent Examples of Synonyms for worthwhile
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There’s plenty to explore in the hub, but hidden between the beloved Scuba hoodies and Wunder Puff coats are gems that are hype-worthy not just because of their popularity, quality, or design—but also for their under-$50 price tags.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
22 Jan. 2026
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For those who have the money, the views here are sublime and the construction and architecture detail are museum-worthy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Worthwhile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/worthwhile. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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