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as in accurate
being in agreement with the truth or a fact or a standard
a real brainteaser with only one correct solution to it
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as in proper
following the established traditions of refined society and good taste
painfully correct dress for the state dinner at the White House
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as in formal
marked by or showing careful attention to set forms and details
the correct method for folding the American flag
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as in to amend
to remove errors, defects, deficiencies, or deviations from
more time will be needed to correct the computer program
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as in to offset
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
hopefully the young entrepreneur's professionalism will serve to correct his partner's extreme enthusiasm in the eyes of investors
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as in to punish
to inflict a penalty on for a fault or crime
an insensitive boss who liked to correct subordinates in front of their colleagues
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Recent Examples of correct
Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2025
The speculation proved correct — which could contribute to their struggles selling the property.
—Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2025
The restaurant corrected all the violations, according to a follow-up inspection April 2.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
From a technical standpoint, McCartney said, Rich might have been correct.
—Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2025
The speculation proved correct — which could contribute to their struggles selling the property.
—Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Verb
The fact sheet accompanying the order is wide-ranging: a policy aimed at correcting global imbalances, restoring manufacturing, reshoring supply chains, confronting non-market economies, and ensuring the defense industrial base is no longer dependent on foreign adversaries.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 6 Apr. 2025
The restaurant corrected all the violations, according to a follow-up inspection April 2.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for correct
Adjective
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But the ability to navigate this uncertainty depends on high-quality, accurate data—particularly supplier master data—which is easier said than done.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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Garland handed the character work of directing to Mendoza to honor the project’s one abiding rule: sticking without exception to an utterly accurate recounting.—
Fred Schruers,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In the case filed with the Singapore High Court, the elder Kwek accused Sherman of instigating a boardroom coup by appointing two new board members without proper vetting by the nomination committee.—
Jonathan Burgos,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Nitrous oxide inactivates vitamin B12 in the body, a crucial nutrient for the formation of red blood cells and the proper functioning of the nervous system.—
Ella Jeffries,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The family posed for Christmas photos in matching red formal wear and themed elf onesies in 2023, when Alcala was pregnant with Alianna.—
Nasha Smith,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Family financing options For some buyers, family assistance can provide flexible solutions: Family loans: A formal loan from family members can offer favorable terms compared to institutional financing.—
Lucas Bucl,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Indeed, Macmillan and Ostermeier keep on eye on current events and amend their script as and when significant news emerges.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
4 Apr. 2025
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The judge is allowing the plaintiffs to amend their complaint.—
Lexi Lonas Cochran,
The Hill,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Alongside giving away free wearables to smartphone buyers, Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab S10 FE has landed with a fresh 10% voucher code to offset the unexpected $50 price hike.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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To ensure Villa have fuel in the tank in these final months of the season, Emery started to reduce his intense approach towards the end of 2024 to offset burnout.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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By building a social and political movement that gave him coercive power over the GOP, he’s been able to punish heretics and elevate loyalists committed to advancing his agenda and interests.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
27 Mar. 2025
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Nobody who voted for Trump last year did so to punish or annex Canada — or indeed Greenland, Panama or any other place that Trump is picking on.—
Andreas Kluth,
The Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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That versatility is, in a lot of ways, the true beauty of unicorns.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
28 Mar. 2025
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The same is true for picking up concertgoers after the show.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2025
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Though he was disappointed by the loss, Page didn't demonstrate any further wrestling tactics on Seacrest and ended the show with a polite handshake.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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His boss and co-worker remember him as quiet, polite and professional.—
James Bandler,
ProPublica,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Correct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/correct. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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