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Definition square with in American English

square with phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

if one idea, opinion, explanation, etc. squares with another, they both seem good or reasonable

Example

Her story doesn't quite square with what the first witness said.

Example

It was difficult to square this behavior with his religious beliefs.

Example

Does this explanation square overall with the results of the survey?

Synonyms and related words
realistic practical sensible
2

to get permission from someone to do something

Example

I'll have to square it with the manager first.

Synonyms and related words
ask for invite request
Definition square with in American English