correctness
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My father, a World War II officer and stickler for correctness, was especially proud of my medal.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 4, 2026
In the early 1990s, the two men wrote for a campus publication, attacking what they saw as political correctness destroying American higher education.
From Barron's ● Dec. 24, 2025
She said actions to address harassment and violence against women, and other groups facing discrimination were increasingly perceived as political correctness.
From BBC ● May 2, 2025
There will be no political correctness during Waters’ birthday show.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2025
She had become rejuvenated, as though strengthened by the correctness of her prediction.
From "Krik? Krak!" by Edwidge Danticat
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