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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Recent Examples of rightly
Supporters of the budget rightly point out that Medicaid reimbursement rates for providers were increased this year—a major win for patients and frontline health professionals.
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Heather Somers, Hartford Courant, 20 July 2025
While much of the conversation rightly focuses on access to therapy and overcoming stigmas related to seeking help, one critical area that is often overlooked is the emotional toll of serious illness — especially cancer.
—Essence, 18 July 2025
This time around, pundits rightly predicted that their breakout co-stars Britt Lower and Tramell Tillman would finally get some acknowledgment.
—Judy Berman, Time, 15 July 2025
Conservatives and libertarians rightly endorse robust private charitable activity so that private citizens, acting freely and without government direction, can ameliorate social problems through voluntary action.
—Henry Olsen, National Review, 10 July 2025
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Heather Somers, Hartford Courant, 20 July 2025
While much of the conversation rightly focuses on access to therapy and overcoming stigmas related to seeking help, one critical area that is often overlooked is the emotional toll of serious illness — especially cancer.
—Essence, 18 July 2025
This time around, pundits rightly predicted that their breakout co-stars Britt Lower and Tramell Tillman would finally get some acknowledgment.
—Judy Berman, Time, 15 July 2025
Conservatives and libertarians rightly endorse robust private charitable activity so that private citizens, acting freely and without government direction, can ameliorate social problems through voluntary action.
—Henry Olsen, National Review, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rightly
properly
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The court was impressed by the professional approach and meaningful limitations, finding that the protocol properly balanced the need for relevant evidence with legitimate privacy concerns.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Let Suki Waterhouse's latest revelation serve as a warning to the fashionistas of the world — make sure your pants fit properly!—
Mekishana Pierre,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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“Rightly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rightly. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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