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as in equal
marked by justice, honesty, and freedom from bias
received a square hearing from the disciplinary panel
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as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
that explanation squares entirely with the evidence that we've seen
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as in to bribe
to influence someone with a bribe
tried to square the police officer into ignoring the illegal operation
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as in standpatter
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Recent Examples of square
Nevin Martell, USA Today, 27 May 2025
The studio was established in 2021 and encompasses more than 300,000 square feet of production space.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 15 May 2025
Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 25 May 2025
Though the movie ultimately can’t square its episodic unpredictability with the bubbling feminist-outlaw energy at its core — not to mention the comic-book twist that shakes it all up halfway through — that’s less a bug than a feature.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
Jacob Ogan, National Review, 1 June 2025
This square can bring spiritual delusions or idealized dreams that need refining.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 May 2025
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Adjective
Spanning 17,000 square feet across two floors, the first big reveal for fans is the fountain and orange couch from the show’s opening credits.
—Nevin Martell, USA Today, 27 May 2025
The studio was established in 2021 and encompasses more than 300,000 square feet of production space.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 15 May 2025
Verb
Although launching this collection has been the dream, trying to square fashion with sustainability isn’t easy.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 25 May 2025
Though the movie ultimately can’t square its episodic unpredictability with the bubbling feminist-outlaw energy at its core — not to mention the comic-book twist that shakes it all up halfway through — that’s less a bug than a feature.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
Noun
But while rainbows will dominate the public square for some, other groups are insisting upon a different emblem -- and a far worthier celebration.
—Jacob Ogan, National Review, 1 June 2025
This square can bring spiritual delusions or idealized dreams that need refining.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for square
Adjective
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Glistening rectangular palettes were the center focus of Goldberry’s gown.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
9 June 2025
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In contrast to the prevailing trend of large rectangular sinks popular in other RVs, including some Airstreams, this unit features a distinctively round sink that pairs naturally with the trailer's porthole windows and disc-like throw pillows in referencing Wright's love of circular elements.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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At the center is Cooper’s staggering performance, which is enraging, emotional, horrifying, and heartbreaking in equal measure.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
29 May 2025
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Hoka has long been my go-to for sneakers that are equal parts supportive and stylish, and now one of the brand’s best-sellers, the Hoka Clifton 9 sneakers, are up to 35 percent off at Zappos in nine colorways.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
28 May 2025
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The photograph corresponds, complements, or even dissolves the sculptural object’s manual and artisanal production procedures, functioning not as document but as its dialectical technological counterpart.—
Benjamin H. D. Buchloh,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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By contrast, the total income in their domestic league in 2022 was just €16m (note that Sheriff’s European income was split across their 2021 and 2022 financial years, so doesn’t correspond to the single-season income from UEFA).—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
Verb
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For federal prosecutors in L.A., hanging over the case was the memory of a recent humiliation: the collapse of the Pentagon Papers trial, as a result of the Nixon administration’s attempt to bribe the presiding judge with a job.—
Christopher Goffard,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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On the same weekend that Budin and Rosenthal tried to bribe Mickey Bruce, a player from Florida reported a similar bribery attempt involving a game between the Gators and Florida State.—
Austin Meek,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
Noun
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The builders will also create a new landscaped plaza at the intersection of Kinzie and Morgan streets.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2025
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Now, plans are finally inching forward for a central plaza and commercial district.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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While Congress sets the CBO’s priorities, the group prides itself on being objective, impartial, and nonpartisan.—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Her expertise lies in building boards with the right balance of domain expertise and impartial oversight, ensuring alignment between governance and investor confidence.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Verb
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Ocean with David Attenborough premieres June 7 on National Geographic and begins streaming June 8 on Hulu and Disney+, coinciding with World Oceans Day.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Miami-Dade County officials assure that the project remains on schedule for a 2027 reopening, coinciding with the theater’s centennial.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
7 June 2025
Verb
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Hard work continues to pay off for Breezy, who earned another 21 certifications from the RIAA on Friday (June 6), adding to his loaded trophy case.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
6 June 2025
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That longer, slower journey appears to have not paid off.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 June 2025
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“Square.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/square. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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