redress (C1)
verb, noun
Pronunciation: /rɪˈdres/
Definition
To set right (an undesirable or unfair situation).
Examples
The government has taken steps to redress the imbalance in wealth.
She sought legal redress for the damages caused by the accident.
It's important to redress wrongs when they are discovered.
How to Use redress
- redress a wrong (collocation)
- To correct an injustice or unfair situation. — "The new policy aims to redress the wrong done to minority groups."
- redress for (prepositional phrase)
- Compensation or remedy for a specific issue. — "She sought redress for the emotional distress caused by the incident."
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