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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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They are subject to hundreds of tests supported by 25 independent labs across the U.S.,

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 2026

Low temperatures across the region will likely remain in the 70s even overnight, providing little relief and exacerbating health concerns.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 13, 2026

Haitian immigrants across the country received an eleventh-hour relief Friday as the government extended work authorizations for Haitians with temporary protected status.

From Salon Jul. 13, 2026

George Street is usually closed to traffic during August, when bars and venues are permitted to extend across the road.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

Clare picked his way across the clearing, adjusting his hood to shroud his face.

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




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