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squarely

DEFINITIONS OF: squarely

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adv in a square shape

“a squarely cut piece of paper”
Synonyms:
square

adv firmly and solidly

“hit the ball squarely
“the bat met the ball squarely
Synonyms:
square

adv directly and without evasion; not roundabout

“to face a problem squarely
“the responsibility lies squarely with them”
Synonyms:
forthright, forthrightly

adv in a straight direct way

“looked him squarely in the eye”
Synonyms:
square

adv with firmness and conviction; without compromise

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