rightful

Example Sentences

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Graham may have finally assumed her rightful place in the newspaper-movie canon, but we’re still left to ponder her absence from the most iconic journalism movie of the 20th century.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Frederick initially had no sympathy for those seeking to reject the authority of their rightful king, and little interest in Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

If the money originally came from a compromised account, the rightful owner will eventually flag the transaction as fraudulent.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

And the Welsh Labour leader said there should be a "fair share formula" so Wales "automatically receives its rightful share of UK resources in critical areas like rail, justice, and research and development".

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

More gnomes were emerging from their holes in the ground, eager to gather messages and deliver them to the rightful recipients.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff