do right by somebody

do ˈright by somebody

(old-fashioned) treat somebody fairly: The factory will close but the company have promised to do right by the workforce and find jobs for those who want them.
See also: by, right, somebody
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • treat (one) like royalty
  • treat (someone or oneself) to (something)
  • treat to
  • kindness begets kindness
  • stand to a treat
  • treat (one) like dirt
  • treat like dirt
  • treat somebody like dirt
  • treat someone like dirt
  • treat (one) like muck