1
as in amended
to remove errors, defects, deficiencies, or deviations from
more time will be needed to correct the computer program
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2
as in 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 punished
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 corrected
Joy Williams, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Most violations were corrected during the inspection.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
The Ohio Department of Education corrected New Richmond's statement the next day, saying the district is not nder fiscal caution, the lowest of three levels of state oversight imposed on districts.
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 23 Oct. 2025
His teachers corrected his posture and his hands; the angle of the arms and the way the wrist releases into the top of the drum, or drum head which usually is made from animal skin.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Colorado’s economy, which has been flying on a downward trajectory since early 2023, corrected course in the third quarter, gaining enough lift to avoid a hard landing, according to the latest Quarterly Business & Economic Indicators from the Colorado Secretary of State.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 21 Oct. 2025
This story has been corrected to reflect the facility is remaining open.
—Ricardo Torres, jsonline.com, 20 Oct. 2025
In addition to this, the bacteria corrected intestinal transit time, regulating otherwise dysfunctional bowel movement.
—New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2025
As Markovic corrected himself, taking back the goal, the cameras cut to the Panthers' head coach Paul Maurice, who was visibly perplexed at the scenario as Devils fans cheered in the background.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
At first the dog was said to be a German shepherd mix confined in a closet, but this was later corrected to being an Australian kelpie mix in a crate.
—Joy Williams, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Most violations were corrected during the inspection.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
The Ohio Department of Education corrected New Richmond's statement the next day, saying the district is not nder fiscal caution, the lowest of three levels of state oversight imposed on districts.
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 23 Oct. 2025
His teachers corrected his posture and his hands; the angle of the arms and the way the wrist releases into the top of the drum, or drum head which usually is made from animal skin.
—Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Colorado’s economy, which has been flying on a downward trajectory since early 2023, corrected course in the third quarter, gaining enough lift to avoid a hard landing, according to the latest Quarterly Business & Economic Indicators from the Colorado Secretary of State.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 21 Oct. 2025
This story has been corrected to reflect the facility is remaining open.
—Ricardo Torres, jsonline.com, 20 Oct. 2025
In addition to this, the bacteria corrected intestinal transit time, regulating otherwise dysfunctional bowel movement.
—New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2025
As Markovic corrected himself, taking back the goal, the cameras cut to the Panthers' head coach Paul Maurice, who was visibly perplexed at the scenario as Devils fans cheered in the background.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for corrected
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Lee Coleman, an attorney for Moore’s family, said the complaint could be amended once further details become available, and that defendants could be added.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Trump’s commentary, and some of his changes to the STB since his return to the Oval Office, have suggested that the board’s regulatory framework could be amended to make for more merger-friendly conditions.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Price increases are to help offset the increase in operational costs that mail carriers face during this busy time of year.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Oct. 2025
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Hochul said the state’s funding will help offset the crisis and keep food on the table for families as Washington gridlock drags on.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Rossi protested his innocence and claimed he was punished so strictly because of his prominent role in Italian football, to make an example.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
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Pickens' antics were on full display in Dallas’ 44-22 win over the Washington Commanders last week, and the NFL has punished him accordingly.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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What’s more, opponents have neutralized his impact as a runner in recent weeks.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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But to the Rapids’ credit, both were relatively neutralized aside from Son’s stunner.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
19 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Although the tear was remedied, the fix-up can be seen in professional photos taken of Delevingne at the event.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Fortunately, with the right approach, most errors can be remedied and even turned into trust-building moments.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Afkhami recommends Western European countries where universal education and health care make these affordability goals possible, especially for those on a fixed income.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
20 Oct. 2025
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The Bay Area is a punishing place to grow old on a fixed income.—
Panashe Matemba-Mutasa,
Mercury News,
12 Oct. 2025
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“Corrected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corrected. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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