across

Example Sentences

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The pain from an extended war would fall unevenly across the globe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Organisers in Northern Ireland say they are standing in solidarity with those across the border where hundreds of petrol stations are without fuel because of the protests.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

In the afternoon, Leo will celebrate Mass at the hilltop Basilica of Saint Augustine in the presence of clergy from across Africa.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Arend Kapteyn, global head of economics and strategy research at UBS, said the bank tracks inflation across roughly 45 major advanced and emerging economies, representing more than 85% of global GDP.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

The trees’ crisscrossing branches stretch almost across the whole road, quieting the hum from the main street behind us.

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