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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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Middle East peace hopes have sparked a broad risk-on rally across financial markets, StoneX’s Matt Simpson says in commentary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

One table became two, then six locations across Southern California campuses.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Belgium-based Kinepolis will soon operate 13 cinemas across the United States.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

In addition to military bases, many civilian buildings have been hit across the country.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Shadows and light shift eerily across his face.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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