in the right
idiom
: in the position or situation of being morally or legally allowed to have, get, or do something
You are in the right to demand a refund/apology.
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Ward explained that not only was there ample space to position components in the right places, but there was a surprising amount of instances where modern equipment bolted to the ‘70s body with little need for modification.
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Peter Nelson, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2025
Hopefully, in the right situation, CP3 will get the opportunity to end a storied career on his own terms.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 3 Dec. 2025
Hand each person cleaning supplies and point them in the right direction.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 2 Dec. 2025
Storage needs to be usable, accessible, and placed in the right areas of the home.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025
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Peter Nelson, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2025
Hopefully, in the right situation, CP3 will get the opportunity to end a storied career on his own terms.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 3 Dec. 2025
Hand each person cleaning supplies and point them in the right direction.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 2 Dec. 2025
Storage needs to be usable, accessible, and placed in the right areas of the home.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for in the right
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“In the right.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20right. Accessed 13 Dec. 2025.
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