Square
An open area in the middle of a town.
eg: The Dam Square in Amsterdam is a bustling commercial hub.
Be back to square one
To be back in the same situation from which you started with no progress.
eg: His shop was burnt down so his business is back to square one.
A square
An old-fashioned person who is not interested in the latest styles or music.
eg: The girls found Keith boring because he is a square.
Square somebody
To pay somebody to do what you want.
eg: We have to square the driver extra fare for waiting twenty minutes.
Square your shoulders
Push back your shoulders while keeping your back straight to show your determination.
eg: He squared his shoulders and walked into the squash court with confidence.
Adapted from: Mind Our English, Star2 Tuesday 5 February 2013
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