squarely
intermediateB2/ˈskwɛrli/ · square-ly
in a straightforward or direct manner.
Meanings
in a straightforward or direct manner.
ایک سیدھے اور براہ راست طریقے سے۔
سیدھے
seedhay
Synonyms
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- address a problem squarely
- state squarely
- face squarely
Example Sentences
The politician addressed the issue squarely during the debate.
سیاستدان نے بحث کے دوران اس مسئلے کو سیدھے طور پر بیان کیا۔
Siyasatdan ne behas ke dauran is maslay ko seedhay tor par bayan kiya.
She squarely rejected the proposal without any hesitation.
اس نے بغیر کسی ہچکچاہٹ کے اس تجویز کو سیدھے طور پر مسترد کر دیا۔
Us ne baghair kisi hichkichahat ke is tajweez ko seedhay tor par mustard kar diya.
He looked squarely into her eyes and told her the truth.
اس نے اس کی آنکھوں میں سیدھے دیکھ کر اسے سچ بتایا۔
Us ne us ki aankhon mein seedhay dekh kar use sach bataya.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a square as something that isn’t ambiguous – it's clear and direct.
Imagine drawing a square on a piece of paper, making it clear and straightforward.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "squaren" — to make square
First known use: 14th century
The adverb 'squarely' derives from the adjective 'square,' which has its roots in Old English. Its use as an adverb to denote directly or precisely has evolved over the centuries.