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on the right track

ADJECTIVE
proper
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accurate exact formal precise usual
WEAK
absolute accepted arrant complete consummate customary decorous established free of error on the button on the nose on-target orthodox out-and-out right unmistaken utter
Antonyms
STRONGEST
careless false imprecise inaccurate inexact questionable
WEAK
crass crude general improper incorrect misbehaving objectionable substandard unacceptable unconventional unsuitable

Example Sentences

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“It’s just hard to stay on the right track and do every single thing to the best of your ability and consistently do everything the right way,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

"Germany is on the right track," he said, pointing out that his country has significantly boosted its military spending in recent years.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Just a few years ago, Miami seemed to be on the right track.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

"We are on the right track to achieve the goal of winning the World Cup and we are following a process," he added.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

I saw at once that I was on the right track; phonetic spelling had again misled me.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker