on the square

Idioms  

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.

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Example Sentences

"I remember seeing Josh as a four-year-old bowling on the square at Redditch, chasing balls around. It was very, very special. And we're really proud of him."

From BBC

A meeting between Cummins, Smith, head coach Andrew McDonald and selector George Bailey took place on the square at the Gabba, after which Cummins was embraced by McDonald.

From BBC

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.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From BBC

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

From BBC