rectify
verb (used with object)
to make, put, or set right; remedy; correct.
rectifying
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present participleof rectify.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Marco Odermatt is the self-proclaimed leader of the Swiss men's team, but Olympic gold in Bormio has so far eluded the all-rounder, who has set his sights on rectifying that in Saturday's giant slalom.
From Barron's ● Feb. 12, 2026
“The Traitors Circle” is aimed at rectifying that situation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 19, 2025
These efforts would not only help to move toward rectifying historical inaccuracies, but also ensure that AI/AN communities receive equitable health resources and policy attention.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2025
The first two years covers the builder warranty period, in which the builder is responsible for rectifying problems arising from their failure to meet requirements.
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2024
It has no bearing on the cause of the retardation, nor upon its particular nature, nor upon the means of rectifying it.
From Mentally Defective Children by Alfred Binet
