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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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Example Sentences

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As we move across apps and platforms and websites, we constantly have to reorient.

From Los Angeles Times

The latest figures show there were 92 people in hospital with flu across Devon's hospital trusts on 4 January, a rise of 18% on the previous week.

From BBC

Last year, schools and universities across Mali were temporarily closed because of the severe fuel scarcity.

From BBC

Iron ore is amongst one of the largest gainers, while rallying copper prices are driving consolidation across the sector, they add.

From The Wall Street Journal

Announcements on income tax, housing, education and benefits will have an impact across the country.

From BBC