rightfully

Example Sentences

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"The family member sees public exposure as the only way to hopefully return the painting to the Goudstikker heirs, where it rightfully belongs," Brand told AFP.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Shoemaker’s career rightfully was topped off by that Derby victory, as well as his win in the Breeders’ Cup Classic in 1987.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

“A lot of people have anxiety, and rightfully so,” said Ali Nikovic, a doorman at a building just off Fifth Avenue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“Equity markets are rightfully skittish just now, because all three factors are in play,” said Colas.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

Swann rightfully protested; he declared that he had been attacked in public and would answer in public.

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright