Meanings
in a mess or in a state of chaos; very unkempt, in poor condition
Example: "The COVID-19 pandemic had the world in a right state."
Example: "At the end of a long day at work, I’m usually in a right state."
in a state of panic or confusion
Example: "The dancers were in a right state as their track wouldn’t play minutes before their performance."
Example: "Trigonometry lectures always had me in a right state!"
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see in, a, right, state.
Example Sentences
1
He was in a right state after learning about the accident.
2
She's always in a right state before a big presentation.
3
The messy room put her in a right state.
4
I don't know why she's in a right state over such a small issue.
5
He seemed to be in a right state of panic when he realized he lost his wallet.
