crossed

Example Sentences

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He crossed and recrossed the country, telling his inspirational story and collecting modest fees in return.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 4, 2022

General Joseph Hooker replaced Burnside and recrossed the Rappahannock in the spring of 1863.

From Textbooks • Jan. 18, 2018

I somehow doubt, though, that this “Young Frankenstein” would seems quite as appealing if it recrossed the Atlantic.

From New York Times • Nov. 22, 2017

White exited the restaurant through a different door, recrossed the street and did what any frightened citizen might do: he dialed 911.

From New York Times • Jun. 30, 2012

She heard more laughter, a shouted command, splashing as they crossed and recrossed the little stream.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin