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Recent Examples of crossbar
But the Argentine made a rare mistake from that spot, shanking it high over the crossbar.
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Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 1 Sep. 2025
Tyler Lussi clipped a shot off the crossbar and into the back of the net from inside the box in the 62nd.
—Theo Lloyd-Hughes, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2025
Although the crossbar over the basket got in the way sometimes, there was still plenty of room to keep our essentials—Heather was even able to slide her Dagne Dover Indi diaper backpack inside without squishing it.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 14 Aug. 2025
Those tiny wheels, that low-slung crossbar, a stilt-like seat—the proportions are enough to make a big man blush.
—Air Mail, 9 Aug. 2025
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Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 1 Sep. 2025
Tyler Lussi clipped a shot off the crossbar and into the back of the net from inside the box in the 62nd.
—Theo Lloyd-Hughes, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2025
Although the crossbar over the basket got in the way sometimes, there was still plenty of room to keep our essentials—Heather was even able to slide her Dagne Dover Indi diaper backpack inside without squishing it.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 14 Aug. 2025
Those tiny wheels, that low-slung crossbar, a stilt-like seat—the proportions are enough to make a big man blush.
—Air Mail, 9 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crossbar
Noun
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Tailing was hospitalized in critical condition after the blaze, according to the mayor.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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Two men — Demonte Tyree Sherrill and Reuben Holme — were killed in the blaze.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Oprah Winfrey herself was spotted in NYC wearing an off-white pinstripe pant featuring contrasting thick gray stripes along the sides and a matching long-sleeve top.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Sep. 2025
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For those seeking a taste of practicality, Smith offered pale pinstripe suiting—sheer bodysuits tucked beneath cigarette pants, culottes, and even a blazer.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Chocolate brown stripes punctuate a light charcoal gray background, and the low-pile weave made from recycled polyester gives it an impermeable, easy-to-clean surface.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
6 Oct. 2025
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In a nearby alcove, a blue horizontal stripe was punctuated by key dates in red, such as 1906, when Finland became the first country in Europe in which women could run for political office.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Center, and the bourbon bars and distilleries making up Whiskey Row.—
Leo Bertucci,
Louisville Courier Journal,
5 Oct. 2025
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That abundance is on full display at the hotel’s six restaurants and bars, which source the large majority of ingredients from the surrounding areas.—
Siobhan Reid,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The bar's longtime owner, Minnette Wilson, was a beautiful dancer who toured with Duke Ellington and his band.—
Mary Spicuzza,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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There were bleachers for spectators, food trucks, a band playing live music, the Indy500 Gordon Pipers playing bagpipes, a kids zone and a beer garden for the adults.—
Keenan Thompson,
Freep.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Crossbar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crossbar. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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