crossing out

Example Sentences

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The editor of one of her first published papers insisted on crossing out all references to the creatures as “he” or “she” in favor of “it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 1, 2025

He may have tried to sneak it in by crossing out the names of Peach and Blossom from the Thanksgiving turkey pardon.

From Slate • Dec. 6, 2024

“The worst thing that could have happened has happened,” he said after crossing out of Russia with the remnants of his former life stuffed in one small backpack.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 11, 2024

The Corran car ferry has been out of action for six weeks, leaving the Highland communities that rely on the five-minute crossing out of pocket and increasingly frustrated.

From BBC • May 18, 2023

Count the through the list, crossing out whichever item your number lands on.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds