Squarely | Mean of squarely in English Dictionary

/ˈskweɚli/

• in a direct and honest way
1. We must face these problems/issues squarely.
2. It's time to deal squarely with the facts.
• in the exact location or position that is mentioned
1. literature that is squarely in/within the American tradition
2. Their marketing campaign is aimed squarely at adolescents.
3. The dart hit the board squarely in the middle/center.
4. Look me squarely in the eye and tell me you're not lying.
• in a way that makes direct contact
1. He hit the ball squarely.
2. Her feet were squarely planted.

• in a way that is not limited in any way
1. The responsibility lies squarely with us.