square up
Example Sentences
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The player Stewart wanted to square up with—before he was held back by teammates and coaches—was LeBron James.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
The teams will square up again for three one-day internationals starting in Christchurch on Sunday, followed by three Tests in December.
From Barron's • Nov. 13, 2025
Nearly three decades after being the maniacally driven quarterback who wasn’t afraid to square up with his defensive teammate, Harbaugh is bringing the same fire to the franchise as its head coach.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2024
Fur may be about to fly as two hugely popular plush toy makers square up for a fight over a copyright issue.
From BBC • Feb. 12, 2024
“A’ight, well, lemme square up witcha and get outta here, old man,” Crab said, peeling off four bills and rolling them tight like a cigarette.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
