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It is worth the effort

Idiomatic ways to judge whether something is worthwhile.

  1. It is worth the effort to submit the application on time.
  2. It pays to check the figures twice.
  3. It makes sense to ask for an extension.
  4. It is well worth the effort to read the report twice.
  5. It is pointless to argue about the wording now.
  6. It is not worth mentioning in the newsletter.
  7. It is worth making an effort to bring the parties together.
  8. There is no point in keeping the file open any longer.
  9. It is worth every penny.
  10. It is worth waiting for the official figures.
  11. It makes sense to wait for the new rules.
  12. It pays to record all agreements in writing.