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squarely

[skwair-lee] / ˈskwɛər li /
ADVERB
honestly
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The burden of the supply crunch fell more squarely on poorer countries that can’t afford reserves.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026

That valuation -- and the IPO's success -- rest squarely on investors' faith in Musk as a visionary entrepreneur.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Kelver’s attorney argues that she acted squarely within state law.

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026

The ball grazed his glove before bouncing squarely on his noggin and over the wall.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Sheed raised the camera, planting Mr. Flux squarely in the viewfinder while the villain’s attention was on Otto.

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles




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