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Only a fundamental transformation of our nation would set things aright.—
Matthew Continetti,
National Review,
10 Aug. 2019
Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English ariht, from a- entry 1 + riht right
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of aright was
before the 12th century