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Recent Examples of correctitude
Neither the retro raunch that emits from Stephanie’s mouth nor the satire of present-tense political correctitude is funnier than it is labored by any wide margin.
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Dennis Harvey, Variety, 13 May 2022
Having the courage to call out white supremacists and neo-Nazis parading around with torches is derided as nothing more than political correctitude mashed up with fake news.
—Kevin Riordan, Philly.com, 27 Sep. 2017
Dennis Harvey, Variety, 13 May 2022
Having the courage to call out white supremacists and neo-Nazis parading around with torches is derided as nothing more than political correctitude mashed up with fake news.
—Kevin Riordan, Philly.com, 27 Sep. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for correctitude
Noun
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The Quiet Shift From Accuracy To Acceptability Work was once evaluated on correctness, with verification built into the process.—
Beth Worthy,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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The franchise abandoned it in July 2020 amid much political correctness pressure.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
Noun
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According to council members who supported the decision, concerns included the appropriateness of the program for children and its potential impact on attendance by some families.—
Jack Springgate,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Participants prioritized scientific and medical accuracy, clarity, ease of pronunciation, avoiding stigma, and cultural appropriateness.—
Melanie Cree,
The Conversation,
29 May 2026
Noun
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If the Sun is high in the lunar sky during the flyby, there will be few shadows, and the crew will be looking for subtle variations in surface color and rightness.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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This sense of rightness — imperfect, but clarifying — is what gout offers as diagnosis.—
Jan Steyn,
The Dial,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This raised interest rates to punishing levels just as fiscal prudence was being tossed aside.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
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Strength and prudence are not the same thing.—
S.E. Cupp,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2026
Noun
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What that could look like in selecting a neighborhood and home is its access to quality local healthcare, to nature — especially walking or cycling trails and benches for relaxation — fitness amenities, healthy food selections, and gathering spaces for mental and social health.—
Jamie Gold,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Running, walking or strutting in your fabulous Pride attire are all encouraged at this inclusive event where fitness meets celebration.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
Noun
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Other pets may or may not be allowed at the discretion of election workers.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
1 June 2026
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Trump enjoys squeezing those who are subject to his discretion—trading partners, military allies, universities, domestic businesses, and, in his most immediate vicinity, the District of Columbia.—
Idrees Kahloon,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Ava rejects Deborah’s wishes to end her own life with dignity, tries to accept them, rejects them again, and finally reaches reconciliation.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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This is about stability, dignity, and fairness.—
Mercury News Editorial Board,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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“Correctitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/correctitude. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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