as in punitive
inflicting, involving, or serving as punishment
questions the value of such correcting measures as prison sentences for drug addicts
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as in amending
to remove errors, defects, deficiencies, or deviations from
more time will be needed to correct the computer program
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as in offsetting
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 punishing
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 correcting
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
But pay close attention to the difference between how a reputable news organization acknowledges its mistakes—namely, by transparently correcting them—and how Trump or Musk reacts to being called out for getting something wrong.
—Adrienne Lafrance, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Submission quality varies wildly, and committees end up correcting basic misunderstandings instead of debating strategy.
—David Talby, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Following record highs during the pandemic, rents have been correcting.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Higher amounts may be used temporarily under medical guidance when correcting a deficiency.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 29 May 2026
The entry concludes by discussing some of the challenges of correcting errors in the 21st century and recommendations that have been made for improving corrections policies.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 May 2026
But life has a way of correcting that illusion.
—Peter Folan, Boston Herald, 23 May 2026
Documentation becomes more accurate the first time, which means fewer insurance denials and far less time spent correcting charts after the visit.
—Fj Campbell, Fortune, 20 May 2026
Verb
Treatments range from Chinese-inspired, correcting the flow of qi within the body, to Ayurvedic, rooted in India’s most ancient healing science.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
But pay close attention to the difference between how a reputable news organization acknowledges its mistakes—namely, by transparently correcting them—and how Trump or Musk reacts to being called out for getting something wrong.
—Adrienne Lafrance, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Submission quality varies wildly, and committees end up correcting basic misunderstandings instead of debating strategy.
—David Talby, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Following record highs during the pandemic, rents have been correcting.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Higher amounts may be used temporarily under medical guidance when correcting a deficiency.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 29 May 2026
The entry concludes by discussing some of the challenges of correcting errors in the 21st century and recommendations that have been made for improving corrections policies.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 May 2026
But life has a way of correcting that illusion.
—Peter Folan, Boston Herald, 23 May 2026
Documentation becomes more accurate the first time, which means fewer insurance denials and far less time spent correcting charts after the visit.
—Fj Campbell, Fortune, 20 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for correcting
Adjective
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His erratic, punitive and ultimately unconstitutional approach to tariffs has resulted in an economic mess of payouts to farmers and reimbursements.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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The police department ordinarily aims to defer disciplinary issues at schools to staff for resolution rather than taking punitive action, Pieritz said.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Still, Sinner’s Wimbledon coup spooked Grand Slam organizers into amending their rulebook.—
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
24 May 2026
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Overland Park is looking at amending its policies to streamline certain housing projects or open up the possibility to develop accessory dwelling units or duplexes in areas that have been historically single-family neighborhoods.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
22 May 2026
Verb
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This way, the technology can become a lever for personalization and a way to build resilience into smart factories and process solutions rather than just offsetting human labor for the purpose of operational efficiency.—
Arungalai Anbarasu,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Niacinamide, glycerin, panthenol, Centella asiatica, aloe, and bisabolol provide plenty of hydration and calming support, offsetting the dry, tight feeling that mineral formulas can sometimes leave behind.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
22 May 2026
Verb
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The list of punishing setbacks just kept on growing.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The exchange rate isn’t just punishing Americans in Israel.—
Theia Chatelle,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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In a statement last week, Blue Origin said engineers completed their investigation into the upper stage failure and implemented corrective measures ahead of the next New Glenn launch.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
28 May 2026
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Starship will not be cleared to fly again until the FAA approves SpaceX's final investigation report and corrective actions.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Second, what is the plan for reforming development fees?—
Christina Mojica,
Oc Register,
26 May 2026
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The good news is that our representatives have recently focused on modernizing and reforming air traffic control through direct investment and smart policy.—
Scott Ramsden,
Sun Sentinel,
26 May 2026
Verb
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That program helped deliver material prosperity while neutralizing the political far right.—
Rogé Karma,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
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Many observers have said the legal cases against the CHP — mostly centered on corruption allegations — are aimed at neutralizing the party ahead of the next election.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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Those opposing him include Grow California, associated with billionaires in the tech and crypto sector, and Keep California Golden, a coalition representing Realtors, correctional peace officers and the building industry.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
28 May 2026
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An inmate who allegedly assaulted two correctional deputies while being moved between two cells at the Butte County Jail on Tuesday is facing additional charges for doing so, the Butte County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday.—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
27 May 2026
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“Correcting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/correcting. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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