idiom
square peg in a round hole
SKWAIR PEG in ah ROWND HOHL
skwɛr pɛɡ ɪn ə raʊnd hoʊlListen
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Syllable breakdown
squarepeginaroundhole
Dictionary meaning
a person who does not fit their environment or role; someone who is badly suited to their position or situation
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