Synonyms of right
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as in privilege 
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as in claim
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as in justice
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as in true
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as in real
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as in correct
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as in deserved
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as in honorable
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as in linear
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as in normal
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as in just
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as in privilege
something to which one has a just claim
everyone has the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
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as in claim
an entitlement to something
what right do you have to tell us what to do?
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as in justice
the practice of giving to others what is their due
activists who have fought all their lives for right
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as in true
following an original exactly
a modern replica of an 18th-century British warship that is right in all of its details
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as in real
being exactly as appears or as claimed
despite the name, New York's East River is a strait and not a right river
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as in correct
being in agreement with the truth or a fact or a standard
the obvious answer is not always the right one
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as in deserved
being what is called for by accepted standards of right and wrong
trying to do what is right
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as in honorable
conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue
a right woman who did not hang around waterfront bars
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as in linear
free from irregularities or digressions in course
the first city in America laid out with broad, right avenues
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as in normal
having full use of one's mind and control over one's actions
he hasn't been right since he suffered serious brain injury in the accident
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as in appropriate
meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation
the right tool for the job
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as in just
as stated or indicated without the slightest difference
stay right where you are
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as in straight
in a direct line or course
walk right over here now
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as in very
to a great degree
a right beautiful day we're having!
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as in immediately
without delay
we'll leave right after dinner
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as in correctly
in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose
you're not dressed right for an interview with a big-time law firm
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Recent Examples of right
Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
The affidavits were filed as part of a lawsuit backed by the American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota that accused federal agents of repeatedly violating protesters’ rights during a recent surge of immigration enforcement.
—Imani Cruzen, Mercury News, 26 Jan. 2026
Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 2 Feb. 2026
The Hawks seem likely waive Reath, 29, who is out for the remainder of the season following surgery to repair a stress fracture in his right foot.
—Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 1 Feb. 2026
Luke Smith, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
One of those companies is located right behind her house.
—Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 25 Jan. 2026
If interest rates are already low when the labor market crashes, the Fed won’t have much of a lever to pull to try to right the ship.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
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Noun
But neither Macdonald nor Stevenson sees that memo having any bearing on the obligations and rights of employers when interacting with ICE.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
The affidavits were filed as part of a lawsuit backed by the American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota that accused federal agents of repeatedly violating protesters’ rights during a recent surge of immigration enforcement.
—Imani Cruzen, Mercury News, 26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Buckeye Chuck, however, has been right 55% of the time.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 2 Feb. 2026
The Hawks seem likely waive Reath, 29, who is out for the remainder of the season following surgery to repair a stress fracture in his right foot.
—Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 1 Feb. 2026
Adverb
Six races without points and a mighty crash at Suzuka prompted Alpine to take action right after the Miami Grand Prix.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
One of those companies is located right behind her house.
—Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
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One of those was how to right the city’s financial ship.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 25 Jan. 2026
If interest rates are already low when the labor market crashes, the Fed won’t have much of a lever to pull to try to right the ship.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026
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The move from Royal Lodge follows Charles stripping his brother of all of his royal titles and privileges back in October, rendering him a commoner.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
4 Feb. 2026
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Jayda was a cherished member of our school community—deeply loved by her peers, teachers, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.—
Jose Fabian,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
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For more details on the claims process or to download a claim form, visit the Hoosier Lottery Winners page or contact the customer service team at 1-800-955-6886.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
2 Feb. 2026
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Many residents in Minnesota are doubtful of Homan’s claim that federal immigration authorities are preparing a drawdown plan for law enforcement in the state.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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Following the announcement of al-Habil's death, Marciano’s mother, Adi Marciano, said the family had been promised that everyone involved in her daughter’s murder would be brought to justice, according to The Times of Israel.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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The justices' unsigned order keeps in place districts that are designed to flip up to five seats now held by Republicans.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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That speaks of self-protection, not transparency or true accountability for Andrew, who has denied all allegations against him.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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Mass debranding is also required because, in true FIFA style, only the governing body’s official partners and sponsors can be visually present at the World Cup.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Dell is finally good at something—but as her behavior becomes riskier and a shadowy troll threatens to expose her dark past, Dell must reckon with what her digital life ignores, and what real redemption means.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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When boys are asked to show up consistently for real people, academic readiness and emotional readiness develop side by side.—
Dr. Liz Doe Stone,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Even Ursula and Sasha rely on men for their escape, accepting that whoever has the correct experience and expertise should lead the way.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Even if the ligament is only partially torn and somewhat capable of doing the correct function, a different factor is introduced to the survival equation, which, if overcorrected for, can lead to injuries in different parts of the knee and leg.—
Devon Henderson,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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The promotion is not only well deserved—programming launched under Walden has received over 1,200 awards, including more than 400 Emmys.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Fortune,
4 Feb. 2026
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Hopefully the Yankees will see fit to celebrate the 1976 season in different ways this year and in that respect there can be no better time to present Nettles, the greatest of all (clean) Yankee third baseman, with a long overdue and much deserved plaque in Monument Park.—
Bill Madden,
New York Daily News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Democratic Congressman Mike Thompson called LaMalfa an honorable public servant and recounted the two working together to deliver help for wildfire victims.—
Steve Large,
CBS News,
25 Jan. 2026
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She's also lost her faith in England, believing that her husband and son weren't part of an honorable war, but were instead used as cannon fodder.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Right.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/right. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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