righting

Definition of rightingnext
present participle of right

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for righting
Verb
  • South Africa last year said the US had applied pressure on Pretoria to end laws aimed at redressing wealth imbalances caused by apartheid, and Washington later slapped a 30% tariff on many South African exports — the highest on the continent.
    semafor.com, semafor.com, 6 Mar. 2026
  • In his nitpicking and narcissism, the relatability of his grievances and his unhinged methods of redressing them, Ron also resembles a younger, Middle American version of Larry David’s Curb Your Enthusiasm antihero.
    Judy Berman, Time, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • While state lawmakers have passed nearly 50 new laws aimed at improving youth mental health, Colorado Health Institute found 44% of kids who needed care last year didn't get it due to a lack of money or insurance.
    Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
  • While trading away Osa Odighizuwa and Solomon Thomas certainly doesn’t make the defense better on paper, the team also acquired draft capital in 2026 to go toward improving the defensive side of the ball.
    Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols proposed a $105 million private trust, called Road to Repair, aimed at ameliorating the long-term damage of the massacre through scholarships, housing, and general reinvestment in Tulsa’s Greenwood district.
    Caleb Gayle, The Atlantic, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Kemp is well-grounded and has his eyes on bettering himself and getting to the next level through competitive repetitions and coaching.
    Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Players like Buzelis and Giddey brush this off, emphasizing their commitment toward bettering the team through the final weeks of the season.
    Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • In a large bowl beat shortening with a mixer on medium to high 30 seconds.
    Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2026
  • When one dog needed encouragement to run through the tunnel, Magnuson intervened, shortening it to a few feet.
    Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
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“Righting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/righting. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.

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