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Example Sentences

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Education reformers were rightly on alert to see if states could pile on regulations to make the tax credit unworkable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

That’s rightly going to be the focal point of Talarico’s campaign.

From Slate • May 30, 2026

Insurance on the open market is, as you rightly point out, significantly more expensive than employer-sponsored coverage, and ACA premiums can be volatile.

From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026

Eddie Howe, rightly, will be at the helm to turn things around in what looks like a transitional summer as Anthony Gordon looks set to leave and speculation continues to surround Sandro Tonali.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

‘If we get to the other side of this hill, we shall find a spot that is sheltered and snug enough, sir. There is a dry fir-wood just ahead, if I remember rightly.’

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien