the right thing to do

Apologizing was **the right thing to do**.

Idiom Responsibility

Meaning

the most ethical or moral action to take

Apologizing was the right thing to do.

to perform an action; to carry out

something that is morally good, fair, or just; or a legal/entitled claim

an object, idea, or matter that is being referred to or dealt with

to make a special effort to help someone

to have a noticeable impact or influence

to react angrily and criticize someone suddenly

to stay composed during difficult times

something decided by chance

to change from one system or option to another