crossbar

noun

Definition of crossbarnext
as in blaze

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Recent Examples of crossbar Barwiolek took advantage of a one-on-one opportunity and fired a shot that hit the bottom of the crossbar and dropped in for a 1-0 lead. — Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026 In the 50th minute, Summit forward Ally Brazier took a shot from 20 yards out that bounced off the crossbar. — Spencer Baldwin, Denver Post, 12 Sep. 2026 Back on the doorstep of the goal one last time at the 100-minute mark, German Berterame’s header from the center of box off a cross from Yannick Bright went over the crossbar. — Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2026 Ousseni Bouda and Niko Tsakiris almost connected moments later but the shot sailed over the crossbar. — Mercury News, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for crossbar
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crossbar
  1. blaze
  2. pinstripe
  3. stripe
  4. bar
  5. band
Noun
  • California assembly members began their discussions on the efforts by the state’s major utilities to reduce wildfire risks and the liability those companies face when their equipment starts a blaze.
    — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Crews from Canton, South Van Zandt, Ben Wheeler, and Wills Point tackled the blaze.
    — Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of blaze
Noun
  • The Row’s antique lace cardigan over a relaxed camisole and drawstring pinstripe pants is a good example (look 24) — a simple base paired with an exquisite lace piece.
    — Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The singer modeled a pinstripe suit white blue shirt and skinny black-and-white polka dot ascot.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of pinstripe
Noun
  • It surely was meant to evoke Atlanta’s throwback helmet, which is an homage to the team’s original red helmet used from 1966 to 1969 that featured the falcon logo on the sides and the stripes running over the top and down the center.
    — Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Step 5 Arrange cornflake mixture and marshmallows over top of purée in alternating diagonal stripes.
    — Zoe Denenberg, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of stripe
Noun
  • The location is set to employ around 100 people and will feature a full-service dining room and bar, private dining room, carryout, delivery and catering service, a news release from Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria said.
    — Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Designed by Peter Niemitz Design with an architectural assist from Spina O’Rourke + Partners, the restaurant has a more intimate dining room with banquette seating, a sushi bar and a cocktail bar.
    — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of bar
Noun
  • In 2025, the Baltimore band hosted a hometown show in Wyman Park Dell to raise money for the nonprofit Health Care for the Homeless, a Maryland nonprofit that provides medical care and housing assistance for people experiencing homelessness.
    — Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 25 Oct. 2026
  • In the deal announced earlier this month with Grain Management, SpaceX agreed to buy low-band, 800 MHz spectrum that penetrates windows and walls.
    — Tobias Burns, CNBC, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of band

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“Crossbar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crossbar. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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