as in properly
in a manner suitable for the occasion or purpose
marveling at the awesome sight, we had to agree that the Grand Canyon was rightly named
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Facing down anti-abortions politicians in Louisiana and Texas who want to export their policies here, Gov. Hochul is rightly refusing, asserting New York’s right to set its own laws.
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New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 17 Feb. 2025
With the leadership transition and mounting financial strain, parents rightly fear their children will pay the price.
—Sendhil Revuluri, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2025
The supporters, rightly, adore their Spanish manager.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 16 Feb. 2025
Castle was rightly praised all across the board for closing strong.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025
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New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 17 Feb. 2025
With the leadership transition and mounting financial strain, parents rightly fear their children will pay the price.
—Sendhil Revuluri, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2025
The supporters, rightly, adore their Spanish manager.
—Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 16 Feb. 2025
Castle was rightly praised all across the board for closing strong.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for rightly
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“Rightly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rightly. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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