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across

[uh-kraws, uh-kros] / əˈkrɔs, əˈkrɒs /
PREPOSITION
from one side to the other of
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ADVERB
from one side to another; transversely
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ADJECTIVE
crosswise
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Example Sentences

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The Post-Gazette will maintain newsroom and business-side leadership in Pittsburgh, according to a press release from Block and Venetoulis, while technology and other functions will be combined across the Venetoulis organization.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The funding has helped launch defense and aerospace startups across Southern California, including Costa Mesa autonomous weapons maker Anduril Industries, now valued at more than $30 billion.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

It meant Lauren Hemp switched across to the right-hand side, with Alessia Russo leading the line down the middle.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

“If you have a software-engineering degree, rather than focusing only on traditional developer roles, you could consider growth areas like artificial intelligence, data infrastructure, cybersecurity and cloud computing. Many skills apply across industries,” Puri said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

The giant porcupine across the meadow glared back.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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