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a notation in a book (such as a dictionary) that tells you where to look for more information
The almanac includes cross-references to a map and timeline for each country.
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Recent Examples of cross-reference
They cross-reference information received directly from employers, financial institutions, and other third parties.
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Quora, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
What To Know The Trump administration's pending agreement would allow ICE to cross-reference names and addresses with IRS data, multiple outlets previously reported.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
In 2025, recruiters will increasingly cross-reference CVs with online profiles.
—Andrew Fennell, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Once an image is captured, the system can cross-reference it with a vast database of publicly available information to retrieve relevant stock data, including the company's stock price, earnings reports, latest news or even social media discussions related to that brand.
—Lester Pereira, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Complementing these features, the triangulation reports cross-reference medical records with billing statements to identify any missing or overlooked records or expenses to assure that every record and bill is accounted for.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2025
In healthcare, conversational AI could cross-reference symptoms with patient history to suggest diagnoses and treatments in real time.
—Ruchir Brahmbhatt, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Modern platforms can cross-reference multiple authoritative data sources in real time, automatically flag discrepancies for review and update information across multiple systems simultaneously.
—Tammy Hawes, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Booking with a travel specialist can also be a good value for multiple family groups traveling together, as their specialist can often cross-reference their reservations to ensure their cabins, dining assignments, and shore excursions are booked together.
—Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2024
Quora, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
What To Know The Trump administration's pending agreement would allow ICE to cross-reference names and addresses with IRS data, multiple outlets previously reported.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
In 2025, recruiters will increasingly cross-reference CVs with online profiles.
—Andrew Fennell, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Once an image is captured, the system can cross-reference it with a vast database of publicly available information to retrieve relevant stock data, including the company's stock price, earnings reports, latest news or even social media discussions related to that brand.
—Lester Pereira, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Complementing these features, the triangulation reports cross-reference medical records with billing statements to identify any missing or overlooked records or expenses to assure that every record and bill is accounted for.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2025
In healthcare, conversational AI could cross-reference symptoms with patient history to suggest diagnoses and treatments in real time.
—Ruchir Brahmbhatt, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Modern platforms can cross-reference multiple authoritative data sources in real time, automatically flag discrepancies for review and update information across multiple systems simultaneously.
—Tammy Hawes, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Booking with a travel specialist can also be a good value for multiple family groups traveling together, as their specialist can often cross-reference their reservations to ensure their cabins, dining assignments, and shore excursions are booked together.
—Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Cross-reference.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-reference. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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