[set right] {v. phr.} To discipline; correct; indicate the correct procedure. * /"Your bookkeeping is all messed up," the accountant said. "Let me set it right for you, once and […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

There

[There] or [here you are!] 1. Informal way to say, "Here is what you wanted." * /The doorman politely opened the door of the taxi and said, "There you are, […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

in the right

[in the right] {adj. phr.} With moral or legal right or truth on your side; in agreement with justice, truth, or fact; correct. * /When the cars collided, John was […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

you're telling me

[you're telling me] {interj.}, {informal} Used to show that a thing is so clear that it need not be said, or just to show strong agreement. * /"You're late." "You're […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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(6170) He who laughs last didn't get the joke.

get off to a flying

[get off to a flying] or [running start] {v. phr.} To have a promising or successful beginning. * /Ron got off to a flying […]

have it out

[have it out] {v. phr.} To settle a difference by a free discussion or by a fight. * /Joe called Bob a bad name, so they […]