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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
Fred Imbert, CNBC, 27 May 2025
Injection technique: Botox must be injected precisely into the correct muscles using the correct dose.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 27 May 2025
Owen Tedford, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
This story has been updated to correct the name of the Natural Resources Defense Council.
—Martha Bellisle, Twin Cities, 27 May 2025
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Adjective
However, those gains are likely short lived, if JPMorgan’s assessment is correct.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 27 May 2025
Injection technique: Botox must be injected precisely into the correct muscles using the correct dose.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 27 May 2025
Verb
Updated, May 28, 2025: This post has been adjusted to correct Senator John Thune’s home state.
—Owen Tedford, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
This story has been updated to correct the name of the Natural Resources Defense Council.
—Martha Bellisle, Twin Cities, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for correct
Adjective
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Forecasts will become less accurate in time, with people getting less lead time when inclement weather may impact their daily lives.—
Bryan Karrick,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2025
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Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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But on March 1, 1954, President Dwight Eisenhower issued a proclamation on the proper times.—
Chloe Mayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 May 2025
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Cabinet hardware jigs vary slightly in design, so follow the manufacturer’s instructions for proper use.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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This installation for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Cantor Roof Garden comprises four sculptural elements that explore the sonic and formal potential of simple stringed instruments.—
Caitlin Woolsey,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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Square limestone columns with a wavy, striated design stand between the formal living and dining areas.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
1 June 2025
Verb
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The response was not enough for Rascon-Rivas, who started an online petition to amend the policy, the outlet reported.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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The constitutional amendment, sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Arkansas, would prohibit the state Legislature from amending or repealing constitutional amendments and require a statewide vote by the people before changing the state's direct democracy process.—
Neal Earley,
Arkansas Online,
22 May 2025
Verb
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Tariffs, to slow growth Deregulation, to lower costs and offset some of the tariff drag, and … More oil production, to cut energy prices.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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The card also comes with several statement credits, including a $200 hotel credit* and a $200 airline fee credit (enrollment required), both of which help offset the travel costs for your next entertainment getaway.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
21 May 2025
Verb
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The penalty is a mere $200 fine, and members have not been punished for said violations.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
25 May 2025
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The United States halted a punishing bombing campaign against the Houthis this month, saying the rebels had pledged to stop attacking ships.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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The formula for ‘true tackles’ is slightly more long-winded: tackles + challenges lost + fouls committed.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Setbacks may tempt you to stray from your vision, but staying true to yourself attracts the right clients, collaborators and opportunities.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
27 May 2025
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Instead, Storm reached the bottom rope to a polite pop from Glendale.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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Sometimes the threat of a fine can produce better results than a polite request.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
22 May 2025
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“Correct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/correct. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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