What is the origin of the idiom “Back to square one”?

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Varitek Fan asked:


I just need to know how and why it was made. And yes, I already know the meaning.

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2 Responses to “What is the origin of the idiom “Back to square one”?”

  1. Elizabeth Says:
    September 18th, 2008 at 3:45 am

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  2. freakychickengirl Says:
    September 18th, 2008 at 7:30 am

    I actually think it originates from 4-square.