set things right
- rectifyTo make something right
- amendModify or correct
- repairRestore to working order
- restoreReturn to earlier state
- fixRepair or solution
mend · reconcile · atone · redress · make amends · heal · correct · undo · apologize · justice · balance · karma · forgive · resolve · settle · compensate · restitution · redemption
correction vs. disruption
set things rightwreak havoc
Cause widespread destruction
upset the apple cart · stir up trouble · sabotage · muddy the waters · add fuel to the fire
justice vs. injustice
set things rightturn a blind eye
Deliberately ignore something obvious
look the other way · add insult to injury · cover up · whitewash · condone
action vs. inaction
set things rightlook the other way
Willfully ignore misconduct
turn a blind eye · do nothing · leave well enough alone · pass the buck · kick the can down the road