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crossbar

noun

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as in blaze

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Recent Examples of crossbar Torres, a second-half substitute, pounced on a bouncing ball in the box and used his left foot to bury a shot just under the crossbar in the 106th minute. — Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026 That game between Italy and Brazil went scoreless for 120 minutes, before Roberto Baggio sailed a ball over the crossbar in the penalty shootout. — Filip Bondy, New York Daily News, 19 July 2026 Schiavio is slipped in on the right and his first-time shot goes in off the crossbar with Planicka a mere, helpless spectator. — Adam Hurrey, New York Times, 17 July 2026 Mbappé did get a free kick just before stoppage time kicked in, but his attempt cleared the crossbar on a grade-A chance. — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for crossbar

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Chute Fire The Chute Fire remained at 60 acres and 0% contained Tuesday morning as Cal Fire and other crews continued battling the blaze in Chute Ravine near Dobbins in Yuba County, about 50 miles north of Sacramento.

— Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 21 July 2026
Such blazes have large vertical growth and can spread rapidly even when not driven by the wind.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026

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Working with longtime stylist Chaise Dennis, Tillman opted for a double-breasted pinstripe Tom Ford suit and polka dot tie, paired with a Jaeger LeCoultre watch from the brand’s new collection and Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses.

— Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 28 July 2026
Christie went for a silver-champagne suit with a sheer collared shirt and white heels, while Sailor bared her abs in a bold sequin pinstripe suit teamed with a sparkly bra.

— Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026

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Tony's has a full bar and turns out quality versions of some of the greatest hits.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Guests can spend the morning at Buffalo Trace and still have the afternoon free to explore Louisville's restaurants, bourbon bars or additional distilleries.

— Emily Price, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026

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