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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

The animals chose the correct side about 73% of the time.

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

After doing a thorough scan, I determine that Guardian was indeed correct that this is an ideal location for Fly’s first flight.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga




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