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TOEFL BNC: 11379 COCA: 9723

squarely

1 ENTRIES FOUND:
squarely /ˈskweɚli/ adverb
squarely
/ˈskweɚli/
adverb
Learner's definition of SQUARELY
: in a direct and honest way直接地;正视地
: in the exact location or position that is mentioned : exactly , right确切地;明确地
: in a way that makes direct contact直接地
: in a way that is not limited in any way : completely完全地;彻底地
TOEFL BNC: 11379 COCA: 9723

squarely

adverb

square·​ly ˈskwer-lē How to pronounce squarely (audio)
1
: in a straightforward or honest manner
we must squarely face the issue
2
a
: 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

Example Sentences

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. See More
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Word History

First Known Use

1564, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of squarely was in 1564
TOEFL BNC: 11379 COCA: 9723

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