be right

Example Sentences

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But sometimes, the critics will be right; we will have missed the mark.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

He said that while America "will lead" its "capable allies must be right there with us, shoulder-to-shoulder in the breach when it matters".

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

“Someone said that if the batter ever gets mad and goes up to the pitcher, that Jerry will be right behind him,” Cervantes said of his favorite social media comment about his mini companion.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

"Because I was right three times in a row, people now think that this model is unbeatable and that I obviously will have to be right as well next time," he said.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

A part of me wonders if Jasmine would be right.

From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender