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set something right and make something right; make something good; put something right to correct something; to alter a situation to make it more fair. This is a very unfortunate situation. I'll ask the people responsible to set this matter right. I'm sorry that we overcharged you. We'll try to put it right. I know I owe you some money, but don't worry, I'll make it good. set something right to correct something to make it the way it should be put something right They believe that the world is unjust, and try to set it right whenever they get a chance. Usage notes: often used in the form set things right: In many western movies, local people faced with gangs of bandits would hire a gunman to set things right. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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