by rights

Idioms and Phrases

Justly, in fairness, as in By rights he should have been chosen first . Originally put as by right , this term was first recorded about 1315.

Example Sentences

Her concern was echoed by rights organisations including Amnesty International which said that the law "blatantly violates freedom of association and the right to participate in public affairs".

From BBC

She says she is being targeted for her role in enacting an anti-gay bill condemned by rights watchdogs and others.

From Seattle Times

It’s located alongside a winding highway to the town of Porgera and a mine that has produced billions of dollars of gold but whose security personnel have been accused by rights groups of abuses.

From Seattle Times

It’s supported by many in the East African country but widely condemned by rights groups and others abroad.

From Seattle Times

The law is supported by many in the East African country but widely condemned by rights activists and others abroad.

From Seattle Times