get (something) right

idiom

: to do, say, or understand (something) accurately or correctly
Let me get this right: you want me to lend you $1,000?!
When you're making a measurement be careful to get it right.
They never get the facts right.

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But this involved much trial and error to get right, particularly since latex is a difficult material to extract from a mold. Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 2 July 2025 The addition of Flagg is giving observers hope that the Mavericks can bounce back from a disappointing season and get right back into the thick of playoff contention. Dj Siddiqi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025 Here’s what was different at Dove Valley: Almost everybody else in that locker room wanted to get right back at it, too. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 22 June 2025 Now, this is critical to get right—a balancing act with the highest of stakes. Dr. John L. Evans, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for get (something) right

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“Get (something) right.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20%28something%29%20right. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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