squared away

Definition of squared awaynext
past tense of square away

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for squared away
Verb
  • While Minnesota was hot from deep, the tactic worked out in the end Sunday.
    Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Jorge Polanco, another career middle infielder, signed to play first base after having worked out at the spot last season with the Seattle Mariners.
    Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • But several issues need to be hammered out.
    Mike Jones, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
  • With mostly Republican states joining the program, details still need to be hammered out by the IRS about how exactly the dollar-for-dollar tax credit will operate.
    Lexi Lonas Cochran, The Hill, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • As a fashion capital of the world, Milan used runway models dressed in green, white and red outfits designed by Giorgia Armani to represent the Italian flag.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
  • Then there are the government’s own policies designed to encourage baby-making.
    Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • About an hour later, SpaceX confirmed the satellites (Group 17-33) had been deployed as planned.
    Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Like many nations across the world, Australia has experienced sharp divisions over Israel’s war in Gaza that have spilled into protests – with more planned in as many as 30 cities nationwide on Monday to mark Herzog’s visit.
    Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 8 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Manchester United’s history is shaped by tragedy and triumph.
    Andy Mitten, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
  • One question that will probably come up in the process is how designating a national park might work alongside the California Coastal Act, a landmark state law that has shaped and defined the way the coast is developed and protected.
    Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Amid swirling trade rumors, Antetokounmpo reiterated in two new interviews that his ideal scenario is to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks and to compete for championships with the team that drafted him 13 years ago.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2026
  • The Reds have drafted and developed a ton of pitching over the last 10 years, with Chase Burns the latest product of their system to join their rotation.
    Keith Law, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
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“Squared away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squared%20away. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.

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