Do right by somebody
phrase
To treat someone fairly or in a good manner.
Despite their differences, he tried his best to do right by his coworkers.
Often appears as...
- always do right by
- trying to do right by
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
To treat someone fairly or in a good manner.
Despite their differences, he tried his best to do right by his coworkers.
Often appears as...
- always do right by
- trying to do right by
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Ethical Conduct
Use it when highlighting moral or ethical actions in personal or professional relationships.
She wanted to do right by her community by volunteering at the shelter.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Weight
The phrase carries emotional depth, often implying a sense of responsibility or integrity.
After the misunderstanding, he felt obligated to do right by his friend.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Nuance
Understand that 'doing right by' can vary in meaning across cultures based on different social norms.
In his culture, doing right by family meant supporting them financially.
Pro Tip 1/3Ethical Conduct
Use it when highlighting moral or ethical actions in personal or professional relationships.
She wanted to do right by her community by volunteering at the shelter.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Weight
The phrase carries emotional depth, often implying a sense of responsibility or integrity.
After the misunderstanding, he felt obligated to do right by his friend.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Nuance
Understand that 'doing right by' can vary in meaning across cultures based on different social norms.
In his culture, doing right by family meant supporting them financially.
Pro Tip 1/3Ethical Conduct
Use it when highlighting moral or ethical actions in personal or professional relationships.
She wanted to do right by her community by volunteering at the shelter.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Weight
The phrase carries emotional depth, often implying a sense of responsibility or integrity.
After the misunderstanding, he felt obligated to do right by his friend.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Nuance
Understand that 'doing right by' can vary in meaning across cultures based on different social norms.
In his culture, doing right by family meant supporting them financially.
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