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crosswise

[kraws-wahyz, kros-] / ˈkrɔsˌwaɪz, ˈkrɒs- /
ADJECTIVE
forming a cross; transverse
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
head-on lengthwise longways straight on


ADVERB
across
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
cornerways cornerwise on the bias sideway sideways sidewise transversely
WEAK
aslant astride athwart cater-corner cater-cornered catercorner catty-corner catty-cornered kitty-corner kitty-cornered sidelong


ADVERB
contrarily
Synonyms


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This wisdom, variously attributed to Napoleon and others, Mr. Trump has gotten crosswise with.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026

Getting crosswise with public opinion is sometimes enough to constrain a president.

From Slate ● Apr. 8, 2026

Wash, dry and trim upper tops of okra pads, then cut crosswise into 1/2” pieces.

From Salon ● Apr. 1, 2025

When the balloon stretches, the width crosswise shrinks to the size of a string.

From Science Daily ● Apr. 17, 2024

In her arms, crosswise like a load of kindling, Ruth May.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver


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