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cross action

noun

Definition of cross action

as in litigation

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Recent Examples of cross action Shurmur’s system leans on passing concepts that make his receivers work together—pick plays and crossing action—rather than in isolation routes on the outside. — Alex Prewitt, SI.com, 10 Jan. 2018

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Noun

That may mean engaging legal counsel and exploring litigation.

— Brian Taylor, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
The State Personnel Board and CDCR declined to comment on pending litigation.

— Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of litigation

Noun

Williams, who had filed counterclaims against Baumgarten for allegedly making false and defamatory statements about her and tarnishing her reputation, also voluntarily dismissed her suit at the same time.

— Catherine Muccigrosso July 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
The claim and counterclaim are among serious allegations – including of smear campaigns and embezzlement – aired in multiple court cases now swirling around the production of the Australian musical comedy.

— Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 22 July 2026

Definition of counterclaim

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Federal grants can’t be canceled without cause, and the reliability of that funding was crucial, Miller said.

— Lisa Song, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
Additional hormone testing helps identify the underlying cause, and your doctor may order more tests to rule out other medical conditions.

— Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026

Definition of cause

Noun

Baldoni also filed a countersuit against Lively and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, in January 2025, alleging that the couple and their PR firm had defamed him and Wayfarer Studios.

— Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 27 July 2026
In 2025, that anonymous woman filed a countersuit, alleging in turn that the Tates defamed her.

— Kat Tenbarge, Rolling Stone, 20 July 2026

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