The idiom "a square peg" originates from the concept of trying to fit a square-shaped peg into a hole that is round in shape. This phrase is used to describe a clear mismatch or incongruity between someone or something and their environment or role, emphasizing a lack of compatibility or suitability.

What is the origin of the idiom "a square peg" and when to use it?

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a square peg (in a round hole|)

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