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They lost everything and found themselves back at square one.
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As much work as the franchise has done to build continuity between the players on the roster, adding two starting-caliber players will require starting at square one to some degree.
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Nick Crain, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024
The star ingredient's ability to deep-clean the scalp and remove buildup is ideal for clearing clogged roots and getting hair back to square one.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 19 Sep. 2024
One, the vote is destined to fail beyond the House — putting lawmakers back to square one on how to advance a spending deal.
—Cami Mondeaux, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 17 Sep. 2024
Unfortunately, even gal-pal Grace (Ana Gasteyer) drank the Kool-Aid which means Molly and her crew are likely back to square one.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 16 July 2024
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Nick Crain, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024
The star ingredient's ability to deep-clean the scalp and remove buildup is ideal for clearing clogged roots and getting hair back to square one.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 19 Sep. 2024
One, the vote is destined to fail beyond the House — putting lawmakers back to square one on how to advance a spending deal.
—Cami Mondeaux, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 17 Sep. 2024
Unfortunately, even gal-pal Grace (Ana Gasteyer) drank the Kool-Aid which means Molly and her crew are likely back to square one.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 16 July 2024
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“Square one.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/square%20one. Accessed 7 Nov. 2024.
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