"circle gets the square" meaning in All languages combined

See circle gets the square on Wiktionary

Phrase [English]

Etymology: A phrase commonly used by the host of the game show Hollywood Squares. Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} circle gets the square
  1. (humorous) An affirmative response; often used sarcastically. Wikipedia link: Hollywood Squares Tags: humorous
    Sense id: en-circle_gets_the_square-en-phrase-FRpOl80B Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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