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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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The team examined proteomic and lipidomic profiles, genetic variation, gene activity, and metabolic function across different stages of human aging.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

With nearly 50 years on the airwaves across syndicated radio, television and film, Cody was honored with a star on the Music City Walk of Fame in the fall of 2024.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The other piece, the former military island of Sazan, envisions an ultraluxury resort just across water from Zvërnec.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

With US consumer confidence at historic lows, it's a tough time for retailers across the country.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Gingersnipes was all the way across the garden, staring at him with a look of profoundly helpless concern.

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




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