be right

Example Sentences

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Pope Leo XIV may be right in the long-term that artificial intelligence endangers humanity, but investors are ignoring him in the short-term as they try cashing in on Wall Street’s hottest theme.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Although France will be right there if Kylian Mbappé is healthy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

The mistake we’re making isn’t falling for headlines—they’ll eventually be right.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

“Ye can make awful music and still be right about Hitler.”

From Salon • May 17, 2026

“Okay. Got it. Stay put. We’ll be right there,” Lou Ann says.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko