squarely
English
editEtymology
editFrom square + -ly. First use appears c. 1557 in the writings of Robert Recorde.
Pronunciation
editAdverb
editsquarely (comparative more squarely, superlative most squarely)
- (geometry) In the shape of a square; at right angles.
- (also figurative) Firmly and solidly.
- 2021 August 16, Michael D. Shear, David E. Sanger, quoting Joe Biden, “Biden stands behind Afghan withdrawal, despite ‘hard and messy’ final days.”, in The New York Times[1], →ISSN:
- “I stand squarely behind my decision,” he said, adding that he would not “shrink from my share of responsibility for where we are today.”
- (figurative) In a direct, straightforward and honest manner.
Derived terms
editTranslations
editIn the shape of a square; at right angles
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Firmly and solidly
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