on the square

1. Honestly and openly, as in Our dealings with them have always been on the square. This expression literally means “at right angles.” Similarly the antonym out of square, literally signifying “not at right angles,” figuratively means “not in agreement” or “irregular.” For example, The lab's report is out of square with the x-ray. The first recorded use of this term was in 1542.

Example Sentences

Protesters shouted "fraud" and attempted to march on the square in La Paz where the president and parliamentary offices are located, before being dispersed by police without any reported clashes.

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The plan calls for 18 staffers to monitor violations and increased fines based on the square footage of the rental: $1,000 for rentals less than 500 square feet, up to $16,000 for homes greater than 25,000 square feet.

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Their problems on the square continued with the calamitous run out of Gill, who at times in the series has seemed immovable.

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After delivering Sunday mass, Pope Leo will bless those gathered on the square outside - and deliver his reflections.

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Authorities were determined, perhaps this year more than ever, to ensure there were no major protests on the square, and they had enough riot police to ensure that.

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