turn square corners
Definitions
To navigate through difficult regulatory or procedural requirements; to jump through hoops.
Examples
“In this case, the law’s terms ensure that, when the federal government seeks a procedural advantage against an individual, it will at least supply⟳ him with a single and reasonably comprehensive statement of the nature of the proceedings against him. If men must turn⟳ square corners when they deal⟳ with the government, it cannot be too much to expect⟳ the government to turn⟳ square corners when it deals with them.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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