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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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The connectome may also reveal basic principles that apply to nervous systems across species, including humans.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Here’s everything you need to know about the matches through the opening days of the 39-day, 48-team tournament across the U.S.,

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

After all, the plan had been to be following Craig Bellamy's side across Canada, Mexico and the US as the country wrapped itself in its second successive bout of World Cup fever.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The analysts think Tencent’s key credit strengths are underpinned by its dominant market position across gaming, social networking and digital services in China, supported by a large and highly engaged user ecosystem.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Gingersnipes and the soul were seated across from each other at Clare’s empty table.

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




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