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square off

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square something off
to make something square; to trim something until it is square. You will have to square this corner off a bit so it will match the part it will be attached to. Please square off this corner.
See also: square

square off (for something)

to get ready for an argument or a fight. John was angry and appeared to be squaring off for a fight. When those two square off, everyone gets out of the way.
See also: square

square off
to oppose someone directly Two teams of students square off and earn points for answering questions correctly. Candidates are supposed to square off in a debate and focus on the issues.
Etymology: from the meaning in boxing of square off (to take a position that shows you are ready to fight)
See also: square


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