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to square up
[phrase form: square]
01
to reach an agreement or manage a dispute, often by coming to terms or resolving differences
02
to make something square or even in shape
03
to align the edges of a stack of paper, especially in the context of printing, to ensure uniformity
Example
The siblings had a disagreement over the family inheritance but eventually managed to square up and divide the assets fairly.
After a heated argument, the friends decided it was time to square up and mend their relationship.
The neighbors, tired of the ongoing dispute, finally agreed to square up and find a compromise for the sake of community harmony.
The nations involved in the conflict were urged to square up and negotiate a peaceful resolution.
In order to avoid a prolonged legal battle, the two parties involved in the dispute decided to square up and settle out of court.
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