plant squarely
Frequency: 6.58.0 per million words
to set something down firmly and with stability, often one's feet
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- A boxer will plant his feet squarely before delivering a powerful blow.
- The ancient monument was planted squarely in the town square centuries ago.
- She planted her hands squarely on the table, indicating she was ready to negotiate.
- He planted his boots squarely on the muddy bank, bracing himself against the current.
- The surveyor planted the stake squarely into the ground to mark the boundary.
- With determination, she planted her feet squarely and faced her opponent.
- The sturdy oak was planted squarely in the middle of the garden, offering ample shade.
- He planted his argument squarely in the facts, leaving no room for doubt.
- The architect ensured the main pillar was planted squarely on the bedrock.
- Feeling confident, she planted her gaze squarely on the judge and spoke clearly.