1
as in amends
to remove errors, defects, deficiencies, or deviations from
more time will be needed to correct the computer program
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as in offsets
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
hopefully the young entrepreneur's professionalism will serve to correct his partner's extreme enthusiasm in the eyes of investors
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as in punishes
to inflict a penalty on for a fault or crime
an insensitive boss who liked to correct subordinates in front of their colleagues
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Recent Examples of corrects
If your return has a simple math error or a mismatch with income the IRS already has on file (like a missing 1099), the IRS often corrects it automatically and sends you a notice explaining the change.
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Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
The fourth-wall-breaking commercial starts with Osbourne filming a Super Bowl commercial about a 4G phone when the director corrects him and tells him that the new version is a 5G.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 8 Feb. 2026
This balancing service corrects the weight distribution of the tire and reduces vibrations from the road while driving.
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
In a statement to the Free Press, attorneys said the settlement corrects the bathroom issue and more.
—Dana Afana, Freep.com, 28 Jan. 2026
If a fast, irregular rhythm is recognized, the device corrects it by sending a small electrical signal, according to a news release.
—Ciara McCarthy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Jan. 2026
If the sale does go through, the administration can still use its enforcement powers to make sure any new owner corrects open violations and adheres to rent-stabilization laws.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 15 Jan. 2026
Talking really corrects a lot of mistakes.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 11 Jan. 2026
The light blue shade counteracts purple and pink tones to cover redness and veins, while the peach shade brightens and corrects sallow-looking skin.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Dec. 2025
Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
The fourth-wall-breaking commercial starts with Osbourne filming a Super Bowl commercial about a 4G phone when the director corrects him and tells him that the new version is a 5G.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 8 Feb. 2026
This balancing service corrects the weight distribution of the tire and reduces vibrations from the road while driving.
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
In a statement to the Free Press, attorneys said the settlement corrects the bathroom issue and more.
—Dana Afana, Freep.com, 28 Jan. 2026
If a fast, irregular rhythm is recognized, the device corrects it by sending a small electrical signal, according to a news release.
—Ciara McCarthy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Jan. 2026
If the sale does go through, the administration can still use its enforcement powers to make sure any new owner corrects open violations and adheres to rent-stabilization laws.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 15 Jan. 2026
Talking really corrects a lot of mistakes.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 11 Jan. 2026
The light blue shade counteracts purple and pink tones to cover redness and veins, while the peach shade brightens and corrects sallow-looking skin.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for corrects
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The bill amends dozens of sections of Iowa code by striking references to townships and township trustees and replacing them with counties and county supervisors.—
Nick El Hajj,
Des Moines Register,
5 Feb. 2026
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The bill amends the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Patient Protection Act and the Medical Cannabis Regulation Act, harmonizes tax and enforcement provisions, and clarifies how cannabis will be treated across state codes.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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This includes wage garnishment, tax refund seizure through the Treasury Offset Program, and collection of federal benefits like Social Security offsets.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Feb. 2026
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Connecticut House Republicans last October proposed dramatically expanding a state income tax credit that offsets a portion of middle-class households’ municipal property tax bills.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
3 Feb. 2026
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Men’s football continues to be dominated by a hegemonic masculinity that punishes any deviation from the norm.—
Colin Millar,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Then punishes him by icing him for weeks by not responding to his contacting her.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
22 Jan. 2026
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The acidic content in vinegar breaks down mineral deposits, hard water stains, and buildup and neutralizes odors.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
8 Feb. 2026
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At the same time, the fabric softener on dryer sheets neutralizes the static cling that is attracting dust and debris.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 Jan. 2026
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But again, even if FDA reforms its work here, states should still be allowed to take additional steps above a federal floor.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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Fabric softener counteracts those negative charges, neutralizing them.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Feb. 2026
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However, orthopedic surgeons explain that the amount of sugar in the beverage actually counteracts those bone-supporting benefits.—
Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
25 Dec. 2025
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“Corrects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corrects. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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