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redress

[ree-dres, ri-dres, ri-dres] / ˈri drɛs, rɪˈdrɛs, rɪˈdrɛs /




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They depend on the societal institutions and policies we build to share the gains and redress the costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

A government spokesperson said: "It is important that victims' voices are heard and that the causes identified through the public inquiry, and full and fair redress is paid out quickly to those who suffered."

From BBC • May 26, 2026

It argued that if it issued refunds on the 10-percent global tariff, only to have an appeals court uphold its position, it would be unable to pursue economic redress.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

But time and time again, regular Americans who have been harmed by big business have sought redress for their harms in court.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026

“Let them know that it is their right to petition for a redress of their grievances.”

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright




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