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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
Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
This was something that communism corrected to a certain degree, but not really.
—Fiction Non Fiction, Literary Hub, 6 Nov. 2025
This problem is best corrected through adjustments to soil pH, though applications of iron also help.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
The good news is that almost every issue that causes an unbalanced washing machine can be corrected with minimal time and effort.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
This story has been corrected to reflect that of the 21 monkeys, 13 were taken from the accident scene and arrived at their original destination last week.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
But the problems Warrem exposed two years ago this month have not been fully corrected, at least according to a recent report issued by the SANDAG independent performance auditor.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
When the moment was shared on social media, production was quickly corrected by fans who noted that John Pork appeared online as early as 2018.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2025
Most violations were corrected during the inspection.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
While a yellow placard signals two or more major violations, these are typically corrected or mitigated during the inspection, according to the Sacramento County Retail Food Inspection Guide.
—Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
This was something that communism corrected to a certain degree, but not really.
—Fiction Non Fiction, Literary Hub, 6 Nov. 2025
This problem is best corrected through adjustments to soil pH, though applications of iron also help.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
The good news is that almost every issue that causes an unbalanced washing machine can be corrected with minimal time and effort.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
This story has been corrected to reflect that of the 21 monkeys, 13 were taken from the accident scene and arrived at their original destination last week.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2025
But the problems Warrem exposed two years ago this month have not been fully corrected, at least according to a recent report issued by the SANDAG independent performance auditor.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
When the moment was shared on social media, production was quickly corrected by fans who noted that John Pork appeared online as early as 2018.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2025
Most violations were corrected during the inspection.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for corrected
Verb
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Eventually, the Strategic Air Command amended the system to include a unique enable code that transmitted to the launch crew from a higher authority.—
Charlotte Reck,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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And after that, the bills could still be deferred and subsequently amended indefinitely on their final reading since they’re related to zoning.—
Austin Hornbostel,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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If auto insurance with one carrier is more expensive than with another, a discount may not offset the difference.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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These scenes were designed for the average young viewer to enjoy, yet their appeal was offset by their unattainability.—
Kim Hew-Low,
The Atlantic,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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This was a creditable Arsenal performance, punctuated — and punished — by two uncharacteristic defensive lapses.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Man City won 3-1 against one of the season’s black horses in the EPL, Bournemouth, and punished Dortmund 4-1 in Champions League play.—
Pueng Vongs,
Mercury News,
8 Nov. 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
Verb
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Within a few short years, all effective sources of opposition were neutralized in Hungary.—
Kim Lane Scheppele,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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With the game largely out of hand in the second half, Dowdle and Hubbard were neutralized even further.—
DIAMOND VENCES,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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And if no bus runs to your destination, there might be a dolmuş, a yellow van that runs on a fixed route, but stops whenever a passenger requests it and leaves whenever the van is full.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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There’s no fixed size for small business security, but a common range is 20 to 25 devices.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Corrected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corrected. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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