to rights
The phrase "to rights" is used in various idiomatic expressions to convey the idea of correcting or improving something, often putting it in proper order or condition.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)In a proper or correct state or condition.
Example
- The mechanic spent several hours putting the bike to rights after the accident.
B2General
(informal)To improve or correct something, ensuring it is in good order.
Example
- The caterer promised to set the room to rights before he left.
C1Social
(informal, idiomatic)To discuss and propose solutions to various problems, often societal issues.
Example
- They spent the evening putting the world to rights over coffee.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "to rights":
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