set right
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Also, put right.
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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]
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Correct someone, as in They thought he was married but he quickly set them right .
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Make something accurate or fair, as in He offered to pay for the meal to put things right . Also see set straight .
Example Sentences
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The good folks at Fidelity gently sum things up External link: “The second half of the year may continue to present a complicated picture for bond investors,” suggesting “a more limited opportunity set right now.”
From Barron's ● Jun. 25, 2026
He found his way back to the lot, got back into the black SUV, and, the next day, set right back up looking for work.
From Slate ● Jan. 27, 2026
“I was usually the only Asian on set, right? So to have everyone so beautiful from all over the world, it was like the Asian ‘Avengers,’” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2024
Sadow suggested that a trial date not be set right now to allow time to see how things play out.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 1, 2023
The house was set right up against the shore, facing Puget Sound and, across it, Seattle.
From "Winger" by Andrew Smith
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