as in references
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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references
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Then there are the references and citations, which run the gamut from 20th century German philosophers to the New Testament.—
Jessica Mathews,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025 -
There were lots of archival references, alongside crochet and artisanal embellishments and of course, flowers — in particular roses.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Cross-references.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-references. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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