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crisscross

[kris-kraws, -kros] / ˈkrɪsˌkrɔs, -ˌkrɒs /
ADJECTIVE
characterized by criss-crossing
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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

One day it will crisscross continents that don’t yet exist, coming to rest in the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2024

More than 250,000 hauliers crisscross the nation's roads keeping the UK economy running.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2024

Tomas Cruz and his brother were placing dead branches in a crisscross pattern, laying the foundation for tonight’s fire.

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor