squarely

/ˈskwɛərli/
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Definitions of squarely
  1. adverb
    in a square shape
    “a squarely cut piece of paper”
    synonyms: square
  2. adverb
    firmly and solidly
    “hit the ball squarely”
    “the bat met the ball squarely”
    synonyms: square
  3. adverb
    directly and without evasion; not roundabout
    “to face a problem squarely”
    “the responsibility lies squarely with them”
    synonyms: forthright, forthrightly
  4. adverb
    in a straight direct way
    “looked him squarely in the eye”
    synonyms: square
  5. adverb
    with firmness and conviction; without compromise
    synonyms: foursquare, straightforwardly
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