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[kuh-rekt] / kəˈrɛkt /






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You are correct to act sooner rather than later, especially if your mom is declining.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

The only festivities Brunson had planned for the contest’s transition back to New York was a practice session to correct the team’s mistakes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Although the octopuses did not always choose the shortest path, they became faster at reaching the correct location as the trials progressed.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

"We hope that the findings will help correct, clarify or contextualise a number of points regarding royal properties," the spokesman added.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

“Fast for us,” I correct her, and she rolls her eyes.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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