cross-sectional

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cross-sectional
Adjective
  • Told in a fragmentary narrative filled with digression (and interjections from the author), Khoury’s novel tackles themes of identity and oppression that are incredibly relevant today.
    Nate Zipp, Christian Science Monitor, 1 May 2025
  • While her book is at times fragmentary and episodic, marked by abrupt discontinuities, the cumulative effect is powerful, eloquently testifying to the horrific consequences of this conflict.
    Rebecca Donner, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • This is why President Trump’s reaction to the commitment by NATO members at their recent summit to more than double their defense-spending target is welcome, even if a partial opt-out for Spain is not.
    The Editors, National Review, 27 June 2025
  • While a partial Trump win on nationwide injunctions, challenges can continue.
    Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 27 June 2025
Adjective
  • Bedford Modular Rattan Wicker Four-Seat Sectional Sofa Relax with a good book or host guests on this four-seat sectional sofa.
    Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 7 June 2025
  • Including the 14 shutout innings that Rothenberger pitched in the sectional finals to help Champlin Park reach the state tournament in the first place, the junior allowed just two runs across 35 innings to close out the postseason.
    Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2025
Adjective
  • The issue hasn’t just made waves in local political circles.
    Tess Riski, Miami Herald, 21 June 2025
  • Others turned to social media forums to discuss the intricacies of that fateful night, turning what began as a local homicide case into a broader national sensation.
    Elise Hammond, CNN Money, 21 June 2025
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“Cross-sectional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-sectional. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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