just deserts

ریشه

From the phrase 'get his deserts' where 'deserts' is from Old French 'deservir', 'to deserve'.

مثال

• He got his just deserts when he was fired for stealing.
• She finally got her just deserts when she was promoted to manager.
• The thief received his just deserts when he was caught and jailed.

ترکیب‌های رایج

get/receive one's just deserts deserve just deserts