set right

1. Also, put right.

2. Place something in proper position; also, repair something. For example, Your tie is lopsided; let me set it right , or The faucets were in backwards but the plumber will soon put them right . [Second half of 1500s]

3. Correct someone, as in They thought he was married but he quickly set them right .

4. Make something accurate or fair, as in He offered to pay for the meal to put things right . Also see set straight .

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