(adv) directly and without evasion; not roundabout, Syn. forthrightly, forthright, Example:to face a problem squarely; the responsibility lies squarely with them; spoke forthright (or forthrightly) and to the point
(adv) with firmness and conviction; without compromise; - C.G.Bowers, Syn. foursquare, straightforwardly, Example:he stood foursquare for religious liberty and toleration; dealt straightforwardly with all issues
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