crisscross

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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

But just as important as the literal ridges that crisscross the land are the meteorological ridges that exist in the atmosphere.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2025

Local community wardens patrol crisscross mountains in regular patrols to ensure that the crocodiles are safe after release.

From BBC • Jul. 18, 2024

In the sky the jet streams crisscross from east to west and west to east like ICBMs.

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos