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squarely in French

squarely in French is carrément, d'équerre, à l'équerre — squarely means directly and firmly, without ambiguity.

squarely in French

carrément
adv
(geometry) In the shape of a square; at right angles.
d'équerre
adv
(geometry) In the shape of a square; at right angles.
à l'équerre
adv
(geometry) In the shape of a square; at right angles.
carrément
adv
(also, figurative) Firmly and solidly.
fermement
adv
(also, figurative) Firmly and solidly.
solidement
adv
(also, figurative) Firmly and solidly.
carrément
adv
(figurative) In a direct, straightforward and honest manner.

What does "squarely" mean?

  1. adv Directly and firmly, without ambiguity.
    "The blame lies squarely with management."
  2. adv At a right angle; in the shape of a square.
    "The picture frame was hung squarely on the wall."
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squarely in a sentence

  • The blame lies squarely with management.
  • He looked her squarely in the eye and admitted the truth.
  • The picture frame was hung squarely on the wall.

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What is "squarely" in French?

"squarely" in French is carrément, d'équerre, à l'équerre. squarely means: Directly and firmly, without ambiguity.

How do you use "squarely" in a sentence?

Example: "The blame lies squarely with management." In French, "squarely" is carrément, d'équerre, à l'équerre.

Are there other ways to say "squarely" in French?

Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "squarely": carrément, d'équerre, à l'équerre, fermement, solidement.

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