Definition of squarely
English to English adverb - directly and without evasion; not roundabout
To face a problem squarely.
The responsibility lies squarely with them.
Spoke forthright (or forthrightly) and to the point.
source: WordNet 3.0 - in a straight direct way
Looked him squarely in the eye.
Ran square into me.
source: WordNet 3.0 - firmly and solidly
Hit the ball squarely.
The bat met the ball squarely.
Planted his great bulk square before his enemy.
source: WordNet 3.0 - in a square shape
A squarely cut piece of paper.
Folded the sheet of paper square.
source: WordNet 3.0 - with firmness and conviction; without compromise
He stood foursquare for religious liberty and toleration.
Dealt straightforwardly with all issues.
source: WordNet 3.0 - In a square form or manner.
source: Webster 1913
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squarely, squirely, surely, surly, securely, squirrel, sorely, saurel, sourly, surreal, scarily, secrely, squirrel away, surlily, sorel, sural, sacral, sarili, sorrel, sarile
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