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across

[uh-kraws, uh-kros] / əˈkrɔs, əˈkrɒs /
PREPOSITION
from one side to the other of
Synonyms
WEAK
astride athwart beyond over
ADVERB
from one side to another; transversely
Synonyms
STRONGEST
crossways crosswise transversely
STRONG
athwart
ADJECTIVE
crosswise
Synonyms
STRONGEST
crosswise from side to side transverse
STRONG
cross

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There was also a drive across town for $23.15.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

There’s a chance that the storm system will linger across parts of Los Angeles through Monday, Hall said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

Epstein campaigners across the political spectrum have voiced their hopes that the change at the top of the DOJ could be a turning point in the Trump administration's handling of the Epstein saga.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Heavier rain is expected to fall across Los Angeles this weekend, bringing wetter weather and a chance for thunderstorms after spring kicked into full bloom.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

He skidded across the dirt, head cradled in his paws.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman

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