I stand corrected
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/aɪ ˈstænd kəˈrɛktɪd/
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To admit that one's previous statement was wrong.
Examples
During the debate, I said the statistic was 20 %, but I stand corrected, it's actually 25 %.
Reading the fine print, I stand corrected, the warranty expires in one year.
When she pointed out the typo, I stand corrected, the spelling was indeed wrong.
After checking the map, I stand corrected, the road actually goes north.
He laughed and said, I stand corrected, I had missed that detail.
Similar words
I was wrong
I admit I was mistaken
You’re right, I was mistaken
Meanings
Examples
I stand corrected, the meeting starts at 9 am, not 10 am.
After checking the map, I stand corrected, the road actually goes north.
When she pointed out the typo, I stand corrected, the spelling was indeed wrong.
He laughed and said, I stand corrected, I had missed that detail.
During the debate, I said the statistic was 20 %, but I stand corrected, it's actually 25 %.
My friend told me the recipe needed sugar, and I stand corrected, I had left it out.
Reading the fine print, I stand corrected, the warranty expires in one year.
Similar words
I was wrong
I admit I was mistaken
You’re right, I was mistaken
FAQ
What does I stand corrected mean?
It means you admit that what you said before was wrong.
How do you use I stand corrected in a sentence?
You can say it after someone points out an error, e.g., "I stand corrected; the meeting is tomorrow."
When should I say I stand corrected?
Use it when you realize your previous statement was mistaken and want to acknowledge it.
Is I stand corrected formal or informal?
It is neutral in register and works in both spoken and written everyday language.
What are synonyms for I stand corrected?
Similar phrases are "I was wrong", "I admit I was mistaken", and "You’re right, I was mistaken."
Can I stand corrected be used in writing?
Yes, it fits in writing such as emails or reports when you need to acknowledge a mistake.
What is the opposite of I stand corrected?
The opposite idea would be right, as in "I was right."
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