squarely

Etymology

square + -ly

adv

  1. (geometry) In the shape of a square; at right angles.
  2. (also figurative) Firmly and solidly.
    “I stand squarely behind my decision,” he said, adding that he would not “shrink from my share of responsibility for where we are today.” 2021-08-16, Michael D. Shear, David E. Sanger, quoting Joe Biden, “Biden stands behind Afghan withdrawal, despite ‘hard and messy’ final days.”, in The New York Times, →ISSN
  3. (figurative) In a direct, straightforward and honest manner.
    But Republicans placed the blame squarely on Mr. Biden. 2021-08-16, Michael D. Shear, David E. Sanger, “Biden stands behind Afghan withdrawal, despite ‘hard and messy’ final days.”, in The New York Times, →ISSN

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