square up
Example Sentences
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With his new novel “Contrapposto”, Dave Eggers has written a big-hearted, deeply moving story about the choices artists make, or don’t make, to square up their own notions of success and happiness.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
The player Stewart wanted to square up with—before he was held back by teammates and coaches—was LeBron James.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
"I've had a little practice with the guys in here and I just always end up bursting out laughing," she said of learning to square up to an opponent during the pre-fight build-up.
From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026
The teams will square up again for three one-day internationals starting in Christchurch on Sunday, followed by three Tests in December.
From Barron's • Nov. 13, 2025
“A’ight, well, lemme square up witcha and get outta here, old man,” Crab said, peeling off four bills and rolling them tight like a cigarette.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
