square-shouldered
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of square-shouldered
First recorded in 1815–25
Example Sentences
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Tall and square-shouldered, Connell could be an imposing figure when demanding information.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2023
So here he was, strutting around Augusta National in his flat cap and bright red shirt, clean cut, square-shouldered and riding high up the leaderboard.
From The Guardian • Sep. 23, 2020
Then the couturier seemed to head for the Himalayas with wrapped-up Asian-style silhouettes - with one bright red, floor length, square-shouldered gown reminiscent of traditional Nepalese dress.
From Washington Times • Jul. 5, 2017
If, as his own leading man, he doesn’t bring much zing to the role of Joe, he fills out the suit with convincing, square-shouldered heft.
From Washington Post • Jan. 12, 2017
He was tall and square-shouldered, with sleepy-looking eyes and a calm face.
From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini
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