crisscross

Example Sentences

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Shares of the railroad operator, whose rail lines crisscross much of the eastern U.S., were up around 7% after hours on Wednesday.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

Use the tines of a fork to flatten and indent crisscross patterns over the tops of each cookie.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2025

The study shows wildebeest frequently crisscross the Sand River and the areas surrounding the Ritz-Carlton, even though they avoid forested areas nestling the camp due to the risk of predators.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

“When I do vocals now, I’m crisscross applesauce on the floor with a mic in my hand.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2024

It’s a walk-in, big enough to fit my clothes and books and me sitting crisscross with our family laptop.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio