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crosswise

[kraws-wahyz, kros-] / ˈkrɔsˌwaɪz, ˈkrɒs- /
ADJECTIVE
forming a cross; transverse
Synonyms
STRONG
diagonal
WEAK
angular crisscross cross mullioned over perpendicular transversal transverse
Antonyms
WEAK
head-on lengthwise longways straight on
ADVERB
across
Synonyms
STRONGEST
across crossways diagonally
STRONG
cornerways cornerwise on the bias sideway sideways sidewise transversely
WEAK
aslant astride athwart cater-corner cater-cornered catercorner catty-corner catty-cornered kitty-corner kitty-cornered sidelong
ADVERB
contrarily
Synonyms
STRONGEST
contrarily contrariwise

Example Sentences

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Getting crosswise with public opinion is sometimes enough to constrain a president.

From Slate • Apr. 8, 2026

Wash, dry and trim upper tops of okra pads, then cut crosswise into 1/2” pieces.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2025

When the balloon stretches, the width crosswise shrinks to the size of a string.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2024

Thinly slice the roast crosswise and serve the meat and the ribs with the jus on the side.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 25, 2023

He held the buoyant paddle in both hands, crosswise in front of him.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry

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