be right

Example Sentences

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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

“I’ll be right back with your wristband,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

"If subsequent courts say: 'Yes they all have to read as only relating to the sectarian conflict' then that would be a significant limitation. That can't be right."

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Now all the sounds of the world must be right here in this city.

From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender