Phrase guide

circle gets the square

phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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phrase

Meaning 1

An affirmative response; often used sarcastically.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: humorous

Examples

  • "You guys are going to mock me for this aren't you?" "And circle gets the square!"

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

A phrase commonly used by the host of the game show Hollywood Squares.