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across

[uh-kraws, uh-kros] / əˈkrɔs, əˈkrɒs /
PREPOSITION
from one side to the other of
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ADVERB
from one side to another; transversely
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ADJECTIVE
crosswise
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Once commonly found across Wales, water voles – living along waterways - have undergone significant decline and are listed as endangered due to threats from habitat loss and predators.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

That’s $600 per wedding, or $1,200 across both weddings.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

BP’s vast trading business, which is led by deputy CEO Carol Howle, will operate across both units.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Immigration and Customs Enforcement, have prompted dozens of mostly smaller cities across the country to end their relationship with the company.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Flipping around, Harry smiled, the expression big, stretching across her face.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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