squarely

adverb

square·ly | \ ˈskwer-lē

Definition of squarely

1 : in a straightforward or honest manner we must squarely face the issue

2a : exactly, precisely squarely in the middle

b : so as to make solid contact hit the ball squarely feet squarely planted

3 : in a square form or manner : so as to be square a squarely cut dress

4 : in a plain or unequivocal manner the responsibility lies squarely with us align ourselves squarely with our allies

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We must face these problems squarely. It's time to deal squarely with the facts. literature that is squarely in the American tradition Their marketing campaign is aimed squarely at adolescents. The dart hit the board squarely in the middle. Look me squarely in the eye and tell me you're not lying. He hit the ball squarely. Her feet were squarely planted.

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Storl’s book takes bears out of the scientific and ecological realms, and places them squarely in the boundless worlds of human imagination. — David James, Anchorage Daily News, "New book explores mankind’s fascination with bears, from Stone Age to 'Winnie the Pooh’," 31 Aug. 2019 But in the Sweden Democrats’ telling, the blame lies squarely at the feet of the foreigners, many of whom lag far behind native Swedes in education and economic accomplishment. — Jo Becker, New York Times, "The Global Machine Behind the Rise of Far-Right Nationalism," 10 Aug. 2019 The measure, which the White House said could amount to an unfair trade practice, is likely to be signed into law by Macron within two weeks, placing France squarely in the crosshairs of President Trump’s escalating trade wars. — BostonGlobe.com, "TSA screened record number of airport travelers at end of Fourth of July weekend," 12 July 2019 But really, the majority of blame for the CWD mess lies squarely with hunters. — Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Op-ed from a hunter: Wisconsin is failing badly at CWD management," 15 June 2019 The blame for this sense of impunity among authoritarian regimes lies squarely on the West. — Gary Schmitt, WSJ, "The Russians And Saudis Look Guilty By Design," 8 Nov. 2018 Its recent shift toward one-day shipping for Prime members is aimed squarely at keeping its e-commerce rivals at bay. — Dallas News, "Motley Fool: Investing in Amazon, budgeting steps and this week's trivia," 18 Aug. 2019 The writers launch ’90s jokes right over the heads of the kiddie audience, aiming squarely for the noggins of their parents. — Katie Walsh, Detroit Free Press, "‘Angry Birds 2’ is chaotic, occasionally thoughtful," 12 Aug. 2019 While some recent moves seem to be an attempt to curb overtourism, this particular fine is aimed squarely at preservation. — Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, "Sitting on Rome’s famous steps will now cost you $280 (or $448, if you’re dirty)," 8 Aug. 2019

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squarely

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English Language Learners Definition of squarely

: in a direct and honest way

: in the exact location or position that is mentioned : ,

: in a way that makes direct contact

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